Samantha Tomazin
Summary
Credentialed and student-focused teacher with 5+ years of experience in K-12 classrooms, with hopes of obtaining a full-time middle school teaching position. Enthusiastic, creative and adaptable to institutional needs. Committed to building positive and impactful relationships with students and staff to help each reach their full potential.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
10.2018 - Current
- I maintained classroom procedures while leading the class to achieve the goals for the day
- I followed lesson plans left by the teacher and adapted to any problems I may have faced
- I substituted many different subjects in almost all grade levels
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Oversaw pop quizzes, material exams and standardized tests
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Student Teaching
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
- 4th grade classroom
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Helped prepare for, and participated in after school functions
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School
03.2022 - 06.2022
- 8th Grade Language Arts, requested by Dana McGinnis
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
Resident Substitute Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Substitute teaching over zoom during the pandemic school year, remained through the 20/21 school year on zoom and in person.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
Summer School Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Taught 8th grade mathematics using provided curriculum and adapted strategies to create engaging lessons and activities
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Provided a safe environment during restricted teaching and school guidelines during the pandemic
- Developed and implemented activities to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Master of Science - Education
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - San Marcos
San Marcos, CA12.2017
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School
Lake Elsinore, CA06.2012
Skills
- Technology savvy
- Behavior modeling
- Proficient in Google Applications
- Positive student engagement
- Differentiated learning Techniques
- Understanding of Content
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Professional Relationships
Accomplishments
- Passed multiple subject CSETs
- Passed RICA
- Passed CBEST
Timeline
Student Teaching
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School
03.2022 - 06.2022
Summer School Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
06.2021 - 07.2021
Resident Substitute Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
Substitute Teacher
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
10.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Education
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - San Marcos
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School
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