Samantha Martin
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Language arts educator with a history of developing/implementing comprehensive lesson plans and promoting literacy. Known for fostering collaborative learning environment and critical thinking skills. As well as adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving educational needs and standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Language Arts Teacher
Kent School District
Kent, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills among students.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through analytical writing assignments that encouraged students to synthesize information from multiple sources.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations to track progress and inform instruction.
Youth Navigator Specialist
St Vincent De Paul King County
Kent, WA
02.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one academic support to latinx students with attendance issues through weekly check-ins.
- Counseled students regarding educational issues such as truancy, study habits and career planning.
- Maintained communication with the family of the latinx students to help them navigate the school system to be able to better support their student. .
Volunteer Coordinator/Office Administrator
Advocates For Immigrants In Detention Northwest
Tacoma, WA
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Participated in community outreach events to promote volunteer opportunities and enlist new volunteers.
- Managed and tracked over 40 volunteers' hours and progress to support accurate documentation.
- Scheduled and organized training sessions for volunteers to develop skills and knowledge.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Interacted with clients by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
Sales Associate
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
Tacoma, WA
03.2019 - 09.2022
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Sales Associate
JCPenney
Tacoma, WA
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, and accessories.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Culture
University of Washington
Tacoma, WA06-2022
Master in Teaching -
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-2026
Skills
- Writing instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Literary analysis
- Student assessments
Certification
WA state Residency Teacher certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Language Arts Teacher
Kent School District
09.2023 - Current
Youth Navigator Specialist
St Vincent De Paul King County
02.2023 - Current
Volunteer Coordinator/Office Administrator
Advocates For Immigrants In Detention Northwest
04.2022 - 02.2023
Sales Associate
JCPenney
07.2019 - 05.2021
Sales Associate
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
03.2019 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Culture
University of Washington
Master in Teaching -
University of Washington