Samantha Pahe-Elliott
LUKACHUKAI,AZ
Summary
Results-oriented Educational Leader with expertise in enhancing student engagement and developing curriculum. Experienced in implementing data-driven assessment strategies and fostering collaboration among educators to improve learning outcomes. Background in technology roles includes software development and system administration. Committed to continuous learning and leveraging innovative practices to support organizational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Teacher
Kayenta Unified School District
Kayenta, AZ
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and implement school-wide educational programs that addressed diverse learning needs.
- Utilized technology to create interactive lessons that increased student engagement and supported varied learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and tools.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methods and curriculum enhancements.
- Fostered a supportive classroom atmosphere that encouraged student participation.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
Academic Supervisor
Many Farms Community School
Many Farms, Arizona
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Supervised academic programs and ensured compliance with educational standards.
- Assisted in developing curriculum materials and instructional resources for faculty.
- Coordinated schedules for faculty meetings and student advising sessions, facilitating collaboration and academic support.
- Facilitated communication between students, faculty, and administration on academic matters.
- Organized workshops and training sessions to enhance faculty teaching strategies and improve student engagement.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided feedback to instructors.
- Maintained up-to-date records of student grades and transcripts.
- Developed relationships with local businesses and community groups to create valuable internship opportunities for students.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to academics such as accreditation standards.
- Organized and facilitated meetings with faculty, staff, students and administrators to discuss academic strategies and goals.
- Coordinated special events such as parent orientations or open houses designed to promote college awareness among high schoolers.
- Facilitated workshops on topics such as study skills, time management strategies, goal setting tools.
- Monitored student study habits to identify at-risk students or those needing additional support services.
- Advised faculty on best practices related to curriculum development, assessment techniques, and instructional methods.
- Implemented innovative approaches to improve the overall learning experience for students.
- Provided leadership and guidance to academic staff members in the department.
- Identified areas of improvement in academic programs and implemented changes accordingly.
- Created data-driven reports on student enrollment trends, course outcomes, and other relevant metrics.
- Conducted regular meetings with faculty members to discuss academic progress of students.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop interdisciplinary courses that meet program requirements.
- Prepared reports using academic or institutional data and information.
- Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditions.
- Strategized and implemented methods for streamlining processes, controlling costs and modernizing operations.
- Established policies and procedures and made modifications based on analysis of operations, performance and other research information.
- Recruited, hired and oriented departmental staff.
- Developed or used assessment instruments to monitor student learning results.
- Developed curricula and recommended curricula revisions to improve student learning outcomes.
- Improved individual departments by working closely with faculty to reorganize class loads, promote resource utilization and modernize equipment.
Curriculum Instruction Assessment Coordinator
Lukachukai Community School
Lukachukai, AZ
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Coordinated assessment schedules for student evaluations and activities.
- Developed and maintained assessment tools enhancing curriculum effectiveness.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with educators to ensure alignment of assessments with learning objectives.
- Trained staff on assessment procedures and best practices for implementation.
- Monitored compliance with educational standards in assessment administration.
- Organized training sessions for educators on new assessment strategies and technologies.
- Trained proctors in proper exam administration.
- Formulated individualized services plans and provided recommendations for improvement and development to Employment Advisor.
- Developed and implemented assessment plans to measure student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated workshops on topics related to educational assessment for faculty members.
- Reviewed current assessment practices to identify and recommend improvements.
- Advised faculty on developing effective rubrics for assessing student performance.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on assessment results informing internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessment activities including data collection, analysis, reporting.
- Identified best practices in educational assessment and provided recommendations for implementation.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to educational assessment.
- Presented findings from assessments at departmental meetings or other institutional events.
- Coordinated assessment activities across multiple departments within the institution.
- Collaborated with faculty to design assessments for various courses.
- Monitored progress of ongoing assessments and made adjustments as necessary.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN03-2026
Master of Arts - Multicultural Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, Az12-2009
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Dine College
Tsaile, AZ05-2003
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Student engagement
- ESL instruction
- Instructional technology
- Educational assessment
- Formative assessments and Standards-based grading
- Performance assessments
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Collaboration strategies
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Data analysis
- Arizona teaching credential
- FLUENT IN Navajo
- Special needs students
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Professional development
- Collaborative learning
Languages
Navajo
Full Professional
Certification
Elementary Education Certification - K-8
Timeline
Teacher
Kayenta Unified School District
08.2025 - Current
Academic Supervisor
Many Farms Community School
03.2022 - 01.2025
Curriculum Instruction Assessment Coordinator
Lukachukai Community School
06.2019 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Multicultural Education
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Dine College