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Samantha Ladwig

Austin

Summary

Dedicated special education professional with 5+ years of experience. Passionate about inclusive education and committed to providing students with equitable access to learning through creativity, compassion, and collaboration.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Life Skills Teacher

Allison Elementary School, Austin ISD
08.2020 - Current
  • Utilize the Unique Learning System (ULS) curriculum.
  • Design cross-curricular, standards-aligned lessons.
  • Collaborate with staff and service providers to meet IEP goals.
  • Support nonverbal students and English language learners.
  • Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
  • Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
  • Provide individualized instruction for students with a variety of disabilities.
  • Offered training on personal hygiene and grooming skills.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful communication among students.

Nanny (Nanny Share)

Private Family Household
04.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
  • Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.

Special Needs Attendant

Various Clients / Families
01.2017 - Current
  • Provide personal care and support to individuals with disabilities.
  • Assist with daily living, mobility, hygiene, and transportation.
  • Support development of social and life skills.

Server / Host / Event Staff

East Austin Hotel
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Deliver customer service in a hospitality environment.
  • Assist with event set-up and guest experience.

Activity Leader / Special Diets Cook

Camp Blessing Texas
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Led inclusive recreation for campers with disabilities.
  • Managed dietary accommodations and meal prep.

Education

B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2020

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Inclusion strategies
  • Social skills development
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Student records management

Certification

  • - Special Education EC–12 (Passed)
  • - Core Subjects EC–6 (Passed)
  • - Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (Passed)
  • - ESL Certification (Passed)
  • - First Aid / CPR / AED Certified

Awards

- Dean's List (Spring 2017, Fall 2018, Spring 2018, Fall 2019), - Helen M. Dodge Senior Leadership Award (2019), - Girl Scout Silver Award (2013), - Girl Scout Leadership Torch (2012)

Timeline

Nanny (Nanny Share)

Private Family Household
04.2024 - Current

Life Skills Teacher

Allison Elementary School, Austin ISD
08.2020 - Current

Server / Host / Event Staff

East Austin Hotel
06.2019 - 03.2020

Special Needs Attendant

Various Clients / Families
01.2017 - Current

Activity Leader / Special Diets Cook

Camp Blessing Texas
06.2016 - 08.2018

B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas State University

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