Samantha Garner
Cadillac,MI
Summary
Hardworking Assistant Principal focused on enforcing district and school policies as well as optimizing procedures and improving student behavior.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Assistant Principal
Lincoln Elementary, Cadillac Area Public Schools
2023.01 - Current
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
3rd Grade Teacher
Lincoln Elementary, Cadillac Area Public Schools
2017.01 - 2022.12
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Developed and led Lincoln Recycling Club to promote environmental awareness among students.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI12.2016
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Community Engagement
- Staff Development
- Process Improvement
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Accomplishments
- Organizer and Developer of the well known "Grab & Go" Biannual Clothing Drive for the CAPS District. Successfully promoted and managed over six free events for families and students in the area.
- Organizer and Developer of CAPS Recycling Club which partners with thecommunity to teach students about the environment and positive impact of recycling.
- Earned Sue Weshauser Excellence in Education Award in 2022.
- Designed and conducted a well-received professional development workshop for Schoology/Online Learning with staff in November, 2020.
Leadership Experience
- Instructional Leadership District Team, 2020-Current
- PBIS Team Lead, 2019-Current
- SEL (Friendzy) School Lead, 2022-Current
- 'Kids on the Go' Coach, 2018, 2019, 2022
- Sunshine Committee (School wide support) Team Lead, 2020-Current
- New Teacher Mentor, 2022 - Current
Timeline
Elementary Assistant Principal
Lincoln Elementary, Cadillac Area Public Schools
2023.01 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Lincoln Elementary, Cadillac Area Public Schools
2017.01 - 2022.12
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
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