Samantha Ketchale
guilford,CT
Summary
Experienced teacher with a proven track record in classroom management and parent communication. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and assessing student performance to drive academic success and create a supportive learning environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Essex Elementary School
Centerbrook, Connecticut
08.2007 - Current
- Designed lesson plans that engaged diverse learners and catered to individual student needs.
- Assessed student performance and provided timely feedback for improvement.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote positive behavior.
- Established and enforced classroom rules and procedures to effectively manage student behavior.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create school-wide educational programs that supported student success.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to foster communication and support.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills.
Paraeducator
Deep River Elementary School
Deep River, CT
10.2002 - 02.2006
- Facilitated individualized support for students facing learning challenges, enhancing their academic engagement.
- Implemented specialized programs for students with disabilities or special needs.
- Collaborated with staff to implement tailored behavior management strategies, improving student behavior and engagement.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to promote a collaborative learning environment.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson execution.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive learning environment.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05-2001
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NCSkills
- knowledgable in the science of reading
- trained in Orton Gillingham methodology
- lesson planning
- classroom management
- student assessment
- curriculum development
- educational program development
- technology integration
- parent communication
Timeline
Teacher
Essex Elementary School
08.2007 - Current
Paraeducator
Deep River Elementary School
10.2002 - 02.2006
Master of Science - Education
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Haven
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of North Carolina At Greensboro