Samantha Graap
Yorktown Heights
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant- Kindergarten
White Plains City School District
White Plains
09.2025 - Current
- Support lead teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons that promote early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development
- Assisted with classroom management and transitions to ensure smooth daily routines
- Provide one-on-one and small-group support to reinforce learning and accommodate diverse learning styles
- Prepared instructional materials and organized classroom activities to enhance student engagement
- Monitored student behavior and development, reinforcing expectations to support a responsive classroom environment
- Assisted with student supervision during recess, lunch, and arrival/dismissal
Co-teacher/ Floater
The Learning Experience
Mohegan Lake
02.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with head teachers to enhance instruction, manage classrooms, and streamline daily routines
- Developed and led age-appropriate activities, including free play, art, and sensory experiences to foster learning
- Facilitated social interaction, creativity, and developmental growth during children's free play
- Ensured children's daily needs were met by attending to feeding, hygiene, and play activities
- Teacher assistant in multiple classrooms.
Per Diem Substitute teacher
White Plains City School District and Lakeland Central School District
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Engaged students in subjects including math, language arts, science, and social studies, promoting active participation and enhancing understanding.
- Adapted to diverse classroom environments (K-5), managed classroom behavior and fostered positive learning environments.
- Delivered classroom instruction and maintained continuity of learning in the absence of the regular teacher, adhering to lesson plans and school policies.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten (full semester)
Mamaroneck Avenue Elementary School
White Plains
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered explicit SOR-aligned phonics instruction using Fundations to enhance literacy skills of kindergarten students.
- Deliver explicit phonemic awareness instruction using Heggerty.
- Provided small group support to reinforce literacy skills, fostering individual student growth.
- Deliver math lessons using EnVision Math.
- Deliver science instruction following the Science21 program.
- Differentiated materials to address diverse student needs, ensuring inclusive learning experiences.
- Trained and apply responsive classroom techniques for classroom management.
- Collaborate with host teacher in planning, teaching, and decision making.
Enrichment Program Counselor (Kindergarten- 2nd grade)
Groton After School Enrichment Program
Groton
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Organize and plan engaging science activities for kindergarten, first and second grade.
- Collaborated with peers to organize and plan educational content, enhancing program delivery.
- Guide students through activities and provide a fun and engaging experience for students.
- Supervised 45 students in after-school program, ensuring safety and engagement.
Fieldwork Participant, Kindergarten (100 hours)
Groton Elementary School
Groton
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Facilitated learning experiences in academic centers during daily sessions to support student development.
- Reinforced students' engagement in morning routines and daily activities aligned with curriculum.
- Adapted lessons and activities to meet students' physical and academic needs outlined in IEPs.
Fieldwork Participant, fourth grade (50 hours)
Belle Sherman Elementary School
Ithaca
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed and taught culturally relevant lesson plan that connected with students' backgrounds.
- Guided students through lessons and topics, fostering understanding and engagement.
- Worked closely with host teacher to deliver engaging lessons to students.
- Acquired classroom management and problem-solving skills to support effective learning environment.
Student Intern, Toddler Classroom
CAPICO Cosimos
Cortland
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Led engaging activities to foster learning and development among participants.
- Conducted observations and assessments to inform tailored educational approaches.
- Assisted team in organizing project documentation and resources.
- Conducted research to support marketing initiatives and product development.
- Collaborated with peers to brainstorm creative solutions for client projects.
Fieldwork Participant, Pre-K (60 hours)
Cortland Childcare Center
Cortland
- Created and led interactive class activities to enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated positive communication with students and their parents or guardians.
- Maintained a clean and orderly lunch environment for students.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL K-12)
SUNY Cortland
01-2027
Bachelor of Science Degree - Early Childhood/Childhood Education, Social Sciences
SUNY Cortland
Cortland, New YorkHigh School Diploma -
Lakeland High School
Shrub Oak, NY06-2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Google Classroom
- Google Docs
- Google Slides
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Adaptability
- Quick learner
Certification
- NYS Public School Teacher Certificate Birth-6th, 01/25
- School Violence Prevention and Intervention, Spring 22
- Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting, Spring 25
- Dignity for All Students Act, Spring 22
Campus Involvement And Leadership
- SUNY Cortland Education Club, Cortland, NY, Member, 02/23-05/24, Attended and participated in Education club meetings, Attended various guest speaker events hosted by current educators, and administrators
- SUNY Cortland club field hockey, Member, 08/22-05/24, Attended practices and games, Formed relationships with teammates, collaborated with teammates on the field for positive turnout
Honors And Awards
- Dean's list
- President's list
Timeline
Teaching Assistant- Kindergarten
White Plains City School District
09.2025 - Current
Per Diem Substitute teacher
White Plains City School District and Lakeland Central School District
01.2025 - 06.2025
Student Teacher, Kindergarten (full semester)
Mamaroneck Avenue Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Enrichment Program Counselor (Kindergarten- 2nd grade)
Groton After School Enrichment Program
04.2024 - 04.2024
Fieldwork Participant, Kindergarten (100 hours)
Groton Elementary School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Fieldwork Participant, fourth grade (50 hours)
Belle Sherman Elementary School
10.2023 - 12.2023
Student Intern, Toddler Classroom
CAPICO Cosimos
09.2022 - 12.2022
Co-teacher/ Floater
The Learning Experience
02.2021 - Current
Fieldwork Participant, Pre-K (60 hours)
Cortland Childcare Center
Master of Science - Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL K-12)
SUNY Cortland
Bachelor of Science Degree - Early Childhood/Childhood Education, Social Sciences
SUNY Cortland
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School