Samantha Langlois
Benson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Adept at classroom management and promoting student engagement. Empower empower diverse learners to achieve academic growth through innovative teaching strategies and individualized support.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
7-9 ELA, 6-8 Public Speaking, World/US History Teacher
St. David Middle School/ High School
St. David, AZ
07.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans on US history topics, enhancing understanding and interest among diverse learners.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking about historical events.
- Developing and implementing lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a safe, respectful, and collaborative classroom environment, effectively managing student behavior to promote positive learning experiences.
- Collaborated on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support diverse learners, providing constructive feedback that facilitated academic growth and improved communication skills.
Fourth Grade ELA/SS Teacher
Benson Primary School
Benson, AZ
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Established and maintained a classroom atmosphere prioritizing emotional and physical safety while fostering mutual respect and cooperation.
- Maintain and create lesson plans.
- Coordinated with educators and specialists to develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Monitored student behavior in classroom, playground, and other areas to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Supervised large groups of students, ensuring safety and engagement during activities.
First Grade Teacher
Benson Primary School
Benson, AZ
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored and managed student behavior in classroom and playground, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Supervised large groups of students, ensuring safety and engagement during activities.
- Establish, maintain, and promote a classroom atmosphere that ensures students' emotional and physical safety and well-being and emphasizes mutual respect, self-worth, self-discipline, cooperation, consideration, and responsibility.
- Collaborated with educators and support staff to develop and implement individualized education plans for diverse learning needs.
- Maintain and create lesson plans.
Paraprofessional- Special Needs
Benson Primary School
Benson, AZ
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Monitored and guided student behavior across classroom, playground, lunchroom, school buses, and other areas to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Supervised student behavior and interactions during lunch and recess to promote respectful and cooperative peer relationships.
- Establish, maintain, and promote a classroom atmosphere that ensures students' emotional and physical safety and well-being and emphasizes mutual respect, self-worth, self-discipline, cooperation, consideration, and responsibility.
- Collaborated on IEP to support individualized learning strategies and ensure student needs were met.
Fourth Grade Guided Reading Teacher
Mission Achievement and Success Charter School
Albuquerque, NM
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to engage students and facilitate learning.
- Fostered a classroom environment prioritizing emotional and physical safety, mutual respect, and personal responsibility.
- Facilitated IEP meetings with educators and parents to discuss and assess student progress.
Paraprofessional- Special Needs
Benson Primary School
Benson, AZ
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with educators and specialists on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to tailor academic support for students with diverse needs.
- Fostered a classroom environment prioritizing students' emotional and physical safety while promoting mutual respect, self-worth, and responsibility.
- Monitored and managed student behavior across classroom, playground, lunchroom, school buses, and other areas to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Supervised large groups of students during school activities to uphold safety standards and reinforce behavior expectations.
Behavioral Health Technician
Caring Connections
Benson, AZ
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Supervised special needs children, providing group, individual, and family services while maintaining detailed notes to ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to the care team.
- Assisted in implementing treatment plans under supervision of licensed professionals.
- Facilitated therapeutic group activities to enhance patient engagement and social skills.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Cactus Wren Cooperative Preschool
Sierra Vista, AZ
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Supervised, created, and implemented lesson plans for class of 15 students ages 4 to 5, fostering child-centered, play-based learning.
- Developed engaging lesson plans based on child-centered learning principles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to encourage children's social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and behavioral strategies.
Assistant Children's Ministry Director
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Escondido, CA
02.2015 - 05.2016
- Coordinated planning and execution of Midweek, Sunday programs, and Vacation Bible School while maintaining attendance records and facilitating communication with parents and volunteers.
- Developed engaging curriculum for weekly children's programs.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training efforts for ministry activities.
- Organized community outreach events to promote children's participation.
Teacher
Young World Child Care
Eunice, LA
06.2008 - 08.2008
- Supervised, taught, and created engaging activities for children aged 2-12, fostering a safe and stimulating learning environment.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups and learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
Teacher
First Years Daycare
Lafayette, LA
08.2007 - 10.2007
- Supervised 6 infants, ensuring their nutritional needs were met through feeding, changing, and engaging activities.
- Maintained hygiene standards by cleaning room daily, providing a safe and healthy environment for infants.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups and learning styles.
- Implemented daily routines to promote structure and security for children.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance child development and address concerns.
Teachers Aide
Pomerado Extended Student Services
Poway, CA
05.2004 - 06.2005
- Assisted teacher in planning engaging activities and supervising children during field trips to enhance learning experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness of building daily to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.
- Assisted teachers in delivering engaging lessons to diverse student groups.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding and participation.
Education
Elementary Education Certificate, Secondary Education Certificate -
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05-2024
Masters - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2019
B.S. - Human Development
San Diego Christian College
El Cajon, CA05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
LSU of Eunice
Eunice, LA08-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA01-2007
Skills
- Developing lesson plans
- Curriculum assessment
- Course development
- Project-based learning
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Time management
Accomplishments
Golden Apple Award- March 2026
Timeline
7-9 ELA, 6-8 Public Speaking, World/US History Teacher
St. David Middle School/ High School
07.2025 - Current
Fourth Grade ELA/SS Teacher
Benson Primary School
06.2022 - 05.2025
First Grade Teacher
Benson Primary School
02.2022 - 05.2022
Paraprofessional- Special Needs
Benson Primary School
11.2021 - 02.2022
Fourth Grade Guided Reading Teacher
Mission Achievement and Success Charter School
07.2020 - 11.2020
Paraprofessional- Special Needs
Benson Primary School
03.2019 - 07.2020
Behavioral Health Technician
Caring Connections
10.2018 - 03.2019
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Cactus Wren Cooperative Preschool
08.2016 - 05.2017
Assistant Children's Ministry Director
Westminster Presbyterian Church
02.2015 - 05.2016
Teacher
Young World Child Care
06.2008 - 08.2008
Teacher
First Years Daycare
08.2007 - 10.2007
Teachers Aide
Pomerado Extended Student Services
05.2004 - 06.2005
Elementary Education Certificate, Secondary Education Certificate -
Pima Community College
Masters - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
B.S. - Human Development
San Diego Christian College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
LSU of Eunice
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Palomar College