Samantha Tobar
Princeton,TX
Summary
Motivated Elementary School Teacher guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
TOWNLEY ELEMENTARY
Irving, TX
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Held daily small group instruction in efforts to maximize student learning.
- Participated in personal development held by both the district and campus.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
HOFFMAN ELEMENTARY
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Created a positive and welcoming learning environment for all students
- Prioritized social-emotional learning alongside state curriculum.
- Instilled appropriate and effective classroom management
- Incorporated technology by utilizing classroom management apps, smartboard, and iPads
- Lead interactive whole group and small group lessons in all content areas
- Tailored instruction during whole group and small group instruction based on each students learning modifications
- Prioritized making each lesson engaging and entertaining in efforts to build better understanding, boost the effectiveness of information retained, and make each students learning enjoyable
- Communicated with families regularly while building positive and comfortable relationships
- Regularly held Parent-Teacher Conferences to ensure thorough communication and understanding.
- Developed weekly lesson plans alongside kindergarten team
- Regularly attended staff meetings, team meetings, and professional development sessions
- Developed progress reports and report cards.
- Administered TX-KEA and MAP testing
- Assessed students using formative and summative assessments; implemented RTI method
- Furthered growth and development by utilizing learning platforms such as Istation, Dreambox, and Xtramath
- Actively involved in school events such as but not limited to holiday parties, field trips and after school events.
Year Long Clinical Teacher
ADAMS HILL ELEMENTARY
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Lead whole group and small group lessons in all content areas
- Design and facilitate content area curriculum according to state standards for entire Pre-k team
- Implement classroom management and community building strategies such as pair and share/cooperative learning
- Incorporated technology by utilizing classroom management apps on classroom projectors
- Incorporated technology by teaching in person and virtual learners via zoom simultaneously
- Provided modifications to all lessons in order to fit both in person and virtual learners simultaneously
- Participated in staff meetings and attended professional development sessions
- Implemented differentiated teaching methods to cater to diverse learning needs
- Fostered a conducive classroom by establishing personal connections with students, demonstrating mutual respect and implementing reinforcement mechanisms
- Created positive relationships with parents and remained readily available to any parent with questions or concerns throughout the academic year.
Clinical Teacher
J.T. BRACKENRIDGE ELEMENTARY - PK
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with cooperating teacher to share ideas and solutions in order to implement a harmonious classroom environment with structured lesson plans
- Developed and facilitated hands-on activities and lessons for all content areas
- Lead small group instruction each day
- Provided differentiation instruction for students who were below and above grade level.
Clinical Teacher
WOODLAWN HILLS ELEMENTARY- 2nd
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Weekly one on one mathematic Support and Enrichment Experience sessions with second grade students.
After School Care Teacher
LEARNING TREE
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Maintained a balanced classroom environment after regular school hours
- Assisted students with homework
- Extended upon students daily classroom learning
- Maintained a consistent schedule consisting of homework, snack, educational activities, and playtime.
High School Clinical Teaching
SCARBOROUGH ELEMENTARY
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Observed the pre-k classroom environment
- Worked one on one with students requiring differentiated instruction
- Assisted teachers with positive and negative reinforcement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary studies EC-6
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2021
Education
NORTHWEST VISTA COLLEGE
SAN ANTONIO, TEXASHigh School Diploma -
WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS06.2016
Skills
- Certified teacher EC-6
- Student engagement
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Formative assessments and standard-based grading
- Effective classroom management
- Positive and consistent parent communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Creative lesson plan development
- Social-emotional learning
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Parent and teacher conferences
Certification
- Certified Classroom Teacher EC-6
- Core subjects EC-6 - Passed
- Science of Teaching Reading - Passed
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities - Passed
Professional Development
- Completed all required professional development - Irving ISD 2023-2024
- Trauma Informed Care 2022-2023
- Educators Guide to Helping Students with High Risk Issues 2022-2023
- Dyslexia Training 2022-2023
- TX-KEA Training 2022-2023
- Hoffman PLC Work / CPE 2023
- Hoffman PLC Work / CPE 2022
- Project Wild 2020
- National Society of Leadership and Success, Member 2017-2018
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Teacher
TOWNLEY ELEMENTARY
08.2023 - 05.2024
Long Term Substitute Teacher
HOFFMAN ELEMENTARY
05.2021 - 04.2023
Year Long Clinical Teacher
ADAMS HILL ELEMENTARY
08.2020 - 05.2021
Clinical Teacher
J.T. BRACKENRIDGE ELEMENTARY - PK
01.2020 - 05.2020
Clinical Teacher
WOODLAWN HILLS ELEMENTARY- 2nd
08.2019 - 12.2019
After School Care Teacher
LEARNING TREE
09.2016 - 09.2017
High School Clinical Teaching
SCARBOROUGH ELEMENTARY
09.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary studies EC-6
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Education
NORTHWEST VISTA COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL
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