Samantha Prensky
Pueblo West,CO
Summary
Passionate English Teacher seeking to return to teaching and maintain a full-time position that utilizes interpersonal skills, educational and work experience as well as personal history and knowledge in trauma informed education.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School English Teacher
FAITH PRIVATE SCHOOL COOP
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques into daily lesson plans to address the unique needs of each learner.
- Created engaging and dynamic lessons with an emphasis on improving students' written and verbal communication skills
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Fostered a love of literature among students by introducing engaging texts from diverse genres, authors, time periods, and cultures.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
High School English Teacher
H.O.M.E. PRIVATE SCHOOL COOP
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning, including multimedia (student blogging, websites, learning management systems and discussion boards)
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Fostered a love of literature among students by introducing engaging texts from diverse genres, authors, time periods, and cultures.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals
- Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
Substitute Teacher
RENAISSANCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating literature from cultures around the world.
- Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing individualized feedback and support for continuous improvement.
- Mentored struggling students one-on-one, resulting in significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenging tasks or setbacks.
- Served as a positive role model for students by exhibiting strong work ethic, integrity, and professionalism at all times.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
Substitute Teacher
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SCHOOL'S
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating literature from cultures around the world.
Substitute Teacher
FAYETTEVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Mentored struggling students one-on-one, resulting in significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenging tasks or setbacks.
- Served as a positive role model for students by exhibiting strong work ethic, integrity, and professionalism at all times.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Electronics Ware Specialist
US ARMY
10.1991 - 02.2001
- Drafted military and nonmilitary correspondence
- Operated and maintained communications equipment
- Documented and processed classified materials
- Prepared documents for destruction
- Sorted and routed incoming correspondence and messages.
Education
M.ED. Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Professional Writing
Regent University
Virginia Beach01.2015
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Instructional best practices
- IEPs BIPs knowledgeable Learning Assessments
- Experienced with Prezi, Developing Websites, Student Blogs, and Digital Teaching & Learning
- Knowledge with Learning Management Systems (ie Schoology, Canvas, Moodle, Edmodo)
- In-Depth Understanding and Knowledgeable as well as relatable with At-Risk Students
- Motivated to help others
- Flexible and adaptable
- Familiar with behavioral disorders
- Successfully integrates multicultural acceptance and understanding in whole classroom instruction
- Strong self-learner
- Writing instruction
Certification
- Effective Teacher Training Certificate
- Certificate of Completion from Association of Christian Counselors Foundation in Stress & Trauma Care with Military Appreciation (i.e. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
- Peer Mentor Certificate of Appreciation
Veterans Preference
Honorable Discharged Veteran
Accomplishments
- Published author.
- Successfully incorporated Learning Management System in school coops where none existed.
- Dean's List in Graduate and Undergraduate Degree Program
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
RENAISSANCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
09.2015 - 06.2016
High School English Teacher
FAITH PRIVATE SCHOOL COOP
08.2015 - 12.2017
High School English Teacher
H.O.M.E. PRIVATE SCHOOL COOP
08.2015 - 12.2017
Substitute Teacher
FAYETTEVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
08.2013 - 06.2014
Substitute Teacher
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SCHOOL'S
08.2012 - 08.2015
Electronics Ware Specialist
US ARMY
10.1991 - 02.2001
M.ED. Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Regent University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Professional Writing
Regent University
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