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Samantha Green

DeSoto,TX

Summary

Kind and considerate Babysitter with great recommendations earned by providing individualized care. Led exciting and safe activities while setting examples for appropriate social behavior. Talked with children about personal interests to build relationships and trust. Children's ministry leader with 4 months of experience in early childhood development and teaching. Coordinated with director and parents to build robust curriculum and lesson plans. Provided children with safe and caring environment, putting children and parents at ease. Outgoing Volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organization with daily tasks and needs. Friendly and helpful when assisting employees and visitors requesting services. Driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish measurable impact. Enthusiastic Student Teacher with good leadership and interpersonal skills. Talented in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning environments. Dedicated to helping creative supportive, stimulating and learning-focused classroom environments. Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in music classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Erin Sterling And Job Sterling
08.2023 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
  • Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
  • Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
  • Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
  • Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
  • Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
  • Helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Washed dishes to provide a clean and environment for the kids and parents.

Children's Ministry Teacher

Dallas Fort Worth International Christian Church
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
  • Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
  • Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children and contoured it to lesson plans.
  • Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
  • Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
  • Delivered constructive feedback on children to parents and guardians and informed of any disciplinary issues.
  • Offered individual attention for children dealing with learning, emotional or home problems.
  • Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
  • Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
  • Participated in religious ceremonies and events.
  • Prepared and distributed religious materials.
  • Facilitated worship services, encouraging participation from congregation.

Volunteer

Mercy Worldwide Non-Profit
06.2023 - 06.2023

Mercy Worldwide non-profit did a meals on wheels volunteering activity in Fort-worth Texas.

  • Helped build 1,000 boxes for deliveries after packing 1,000s of breakfast bags. Meals on wheels touches almost 5,000 people daily out of this location in Fort Worth.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.

Student Teacher

Pershing Park Elementary School
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
  • Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
  • Experience in teaching elementary music Kindergarten-5th grade, worked under mentorship of Stephanie Burr who studied the Orff method.
  • Experience in classroom management and organizing a Cinco De Mayo musical program for K-5thgraders.
  • Experience in working near and getting to observe Jordan Coe who studied the Kodaly method.
  • Experience in teaching choral music for K-5th. Two part harmony.
  • Experience in lesson planning and incorporating technology into the music classroom.
  • Experience in creating an Orff ensemble for grades 1st-5th using the piece Che-Che Koolay to introduce music from a culturally diverse background.

Student Teacher

Jarrell Independent School District
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
  • Experience in teaching beginning woodwind classes (saxophones, flutes, and clarinets)
  • Experience in teaching beginning brass class (baritone, trombone, and trumpet)
  • Conducted the Varsity middle school band with the new sight-reading process.
  • Taught advanced saxophone class three part harmony with eighth notes, half notes and sixteenth notes.
  • Taught advanced saxophone and beginner clarinet chromatic scale on their instrument.
  • Developed musicianship in the instrumental classroom with working on their aural skills and singing skills.
  • Worked with students individually on tuba, clarinet, saxophone, flute, and french horn with their solos they performed in front of the class and parents.
  • Evaluated music performances
  • Worked at Jarrell Middle School as a student teacher under the mentorship of Stephen Grant. I also got to work along side with Leah Jones.
  • Helped with instrument testing at the elementary schools for future clarinet and saxophone players.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education K-12th Instrumental, Percussion

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX
05.2023

Associate of Arts - The Arts

Cedar Valley College
Lancaster, TX
05.2019

Skills

  • Classroom Organization
  • Parent-Teacher Collaboration
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Event Planning, Planned a christmas singing program with the kids They sang a version of Jingle Bells and We wish you a merry christmas
  • Teaching Bible Stories to 3rd-5th graders
  • Creative Lesson Planning
  • Special Needs Support

Timeline

Children's Ministry Teacher

Dallas Fort Worth International Christian Church
09.2023 - 01.2024

Babysitter

Erin Sterling And Job Sterling
08.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Mercy Worldwide Non-Profit
06.2023 - 06.2023

Student Teacher

Pershing Park Elementary School
03.2023 - 05.2023

Student Teacher

Jarrell Independent School District
01.2023 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education K-12th Instrumental, Percussion

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Associate of Arts - The Arts

Cedar Valley College
Samantha Green