Samantha Girard
Pascoag
Summary
Passionate Pre-K teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Proactive and goal-orientated individual who has excellent time management and problem solving skills. Able to motivate students through creative lesson planning and postive encouragement. Recognized and known for fostering a supportive learning environment, guiding teaching aides in classroom management, ensuring optimal student growth and development, reliability, adaptability, and eagerness to learn and apply knew skills. Considered to be a hard worker. Has a strong passion and loves to teach students and watch them succeed to their best potential.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Teacher (RIDE Certified)
Dr. Day Care
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment, promoting positive behavior and emotional development among students.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to support children's learning objectives and address developmental concerns.
- Assessed student progress through observations and assessments, tailoring strategies to meet individual needs.
- Organized educational activities that encouraged hands-on learning, creativity, and critical thinking skills.
- Created a structured daily routine that facilitated smooth transitions between activities, enhancing overall classroom efficiency.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Enhanced classroom environment by creating visually appealing bulletin boards and displays, promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
PreK Lead Teacher
Dr. Day Care
04.2019 - 08.2025
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Guided teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Booth Manager
Dino's Park N' Shop
02.2015 - 03.2019
- Counted and recorded assigned funds and made exchanges of funds throughout shift.
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Processed various cash transactions and answered gaming customer questions.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
- Secured casino funds not in use after balancing cash drawer.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Cashier
KFC Taco Bell
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05.2025
Associate of Arts - Early Education
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05.2019
High School Diploma -
Ponoganset High School
North Scituate, RI05.2016
Skills
- Classroom management
- Educational assessment
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Standards development
- Student engagement
- Patience and empathy
- Organizational and planning skills
Certification
Elementary Education Teacher Certification, Grades K-6, Issued 5/28/25, Expires 7/31/28
Educational Experiences
Educational Experiences:
Student Teaching; Leo A. Savoie Elementary School- 990 Mendon Road, Woonsocket, R.I 02895, Spring 2025
Practicum Experiences: Elementary Education
- ELED 422 Developmental Reading, Spring 2021, Ella Risk Elementary School- 949 Dexter Street, Central Falls, R.I 02863
- ELED 435 Language Arts and ELL Instruction, Spring 2021, Pleasant View Elementary School- 100 Pleasant View Ave, Smithfield, R.I 02917
- ELED 436 Teaching Social Studies to Diverse Learners, Fall 2021, The Compass School- 537 Old North Road, Kingston, R.I 02881
- ELED 438 Mathematics Learn and Teach I, Spring 2022, B.F Norton Elementary School- 364 Broad Street, Cumberland, R.I 02864
- ELED 437 Science and Health Education, Fall 2022, The Compass School- 537 Old North Road, Kingston, R.I 02881
Practicum Experiences: Special Education
- SPED 333 Introduction to Special Education, Fall 2021, West Glocester Elementary School- 111 Reynolds Road, Chepachet, R.I 02814
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher (RIDE Certified)
Dr. Day Care
08.2025 - 06.2026
PreK Lead Teacher
Dr. Day Care
04.2019 - 08.2025
Booth Manager
Dino's Park N' Shop
02.2015 - 03.2019
Cashier
KFC Taco Bell
07.2014 - 02.2015
Associate of Arts - Early Education
Community College of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Ponoganset High School
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Rhode Island College