Samantha McComas
Fort Worth
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of material. Known for a collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with a focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Centennial High School-Burleson ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Taught AP World History, Pre-AP World History, & World Geography
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Teacher
Harmony School of Excellence Dallas-Harmony Public
08.2015 - 07.2021
- Taught AP World History, AP Government, AP Economics, AP Human Geography, AP Psychology, AP US History, Financial Literacy
- Lead PLC, Mentor Teacher, Curriculum Developer, Head Soccer Coach
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Education
Ph.D. - History
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2027
Master of Arts - History With An Emphasis On Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2022
Bachelor of Science - History With A Secondary Certification
Texas Wesleyan University
Fort Worth, TX05-2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Public speaking
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Curriculum development
Affiliations
- Phi Theta Kappa
- Phi Alpha Theta
- Pi Gamma Mu
- Kappa Delta Pi
- Omega Nu Lambda
Certification
TExES History 8-12
TExES Social Studies 8-12
TExES ESL Supplemetal 8-12
Timeline
Teacher
Centennial High School-Burleson ISD
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Harmony School of Excellence Dallas-Harmony Public
08.2015 - 07.2021
Ph.D. - History
Liberty University
Master of Arts - History With An Emphasis On Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - History With A Secondary Certification
Texas Wesleyan University
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