Samantha O'Dell
Joliet,MT
Summary
Dynamic educator and support staff, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in conflict de-escalation and fostering student engagement, I create supportive learning environments that enhance academic success and promote positive behavior. Committed to adapting strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Joliet Public Schools MT
12.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
Mental Health Worker Relief
Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch
11.2022 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic environment through clear communication and consistent reinforcement of established boundaries within treatment settings.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Monitored patient progress through regular assessments and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of treatment effectiveness.
- Developed rapport with patients by actively listening and demonstrating empathy, fostering trust and open communication.
Paraprofessional
Yellowstone Academy
11.2021 - 03.2025
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods to ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design
Lakewood, CO05-2028
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Conflict de-escalation
- Behavioral management
- Small group and individual assistance
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
Certification
- Certified CPR
- Certified VIP (Violent intervention Proticol)
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Joliet Public Schools MT
12.2024 - Current
Mental Health Worker Relief
Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch
11.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Yellowstone Academy
11.2021 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design
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