Samantha Munger
Jenison,MI
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher with a strong track record at West Ottawa Public Schools. Excelled in fostering student growth through differentiated instruction and literacy instruction, enhancing academic and social development. Skilled in instructional technology and team collaboration, consistently achieving significant improvements in student learning outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
West Ottawa Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Math Intervention Teacher
West Ottawa Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Helped modify general education curriculum to accommodate students with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
- Developed transition plan to outline steps necessary to prepare student for move to high school.
- Tailored education and development goals to match individual student abilities and needs.
- Worked with specialized equipment and education software to promote lesson interaction.
- Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI12-2015
Skills
- Oral communication
- Project-based learning
- Mathematics instruction
- Instructional technology
- Standardized tests
- Multimedia instruction
- Cultural awareness
- Differentiated instruction
- Individualized learning
- Team collaboration
- Literacy instruction
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
West Ottawa Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
Math Intervention Teacher
West Ottawa Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University
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