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Samantha Tortoriello

Babylon,NY

Summary

Passionate and dedicated professional transitioning from a successful engineering career to fulfill my passion for teaching. Currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Science Education, with a focus on Chemistry. I am aiming to inspire and educate the next generation of students. With extensive experience mentoring and coaching team members at Estée Lauder Companies, I excel in fostering collaborative learning environments and encouraging inquiry-based learning. Adept at communicating complex concepts in an accessible manner, designing hands-on experiments, and developing innovative solutions. Committed to creating engaging and supportive educational experiences that cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and a growth mindset in students.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Process Development Engineer

Estée Lauder Companies
01.2018 - Current
  • Mentored and coached team members, fostering their professional growth and development by sharing expertise and encouraging inquiry-based learning
  • Facilitated collaborative learning environments within cross-functional teams, guiding colleagues to ensure consistent product quality during scale-up and new product launches, essential for cooperative learning environments
  • Designed and executed hands-on experiments relevant to the commercialization of formulas/processes, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills among team members
  • Developed and delivered engaging presentations to communicate findings and insights effectively, honing the ability to convey complex information in an accessible manner
  • Created and managed project timelines aligned with department and business goals, instilling organizational and time management skills essential for effective teaching
  • Updated regulated documents, including SOPs, and supported validation protocols, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards, akin to lesson planning and curriculum development
  • Applied technical knowledge creatively to develop innovative solutions, encouraging curiosity and exploration in problem-solving, similar to fostering a growth mindset in students
  • Collaborated in various task force teams to align future plans with business goals and strategies, promoting teamwork, collaboration, and collective problem-solving, vital skills in an educational setting
  • Utilized software tools to meticulously document and monitor product statuses during acquisitions, demonstrating technical proficiency and attention to detail, akin to organizing and tracking student progress
  • Led and coordinated a dedicated team, cultivating leadership and teamwork skills among team members to address concerns and devise strategic enhancements to existing formulas, similar to managing student group projects and collaborative learning activities.

Education

Master of Arts in Teaching, Science Education (Secondary) - Chemistry

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2025

Master’s in Engineering Management -

University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
01.2024

Bachelor’s in Chemical and Molecular Engineering -

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY
05.2018

Additional Chemistry Courses At Hofstra University

Skills

  • Deep understanding of pedagogy
  • Chemical Knowledge
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Instructional planning
  • Laboratory Experiments
  • Data Analysis Capabilities
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Experiment Design
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Lesson Planning
  • Differentiated Instruction

Professional Exams

  • Praxis Core - Complete
  • Praxis 5246 Chemistry Content Exam - Expected August 2024
  • NYSTCE 161 Chemistry Content Exam - Expected October 2024
  • NYSTCE EAS - Expected October 2024

Timeline

Senior Process Development Engineer

Estée Lauder Companies
01.2018 - Current

Master of Arts in Teaching, Science Education (Secondary) - Chemistry

Western Governors University

Master’s in Engineering Management -

University At Buffalo

Bachelor’s in Chemical and Molecular Engineering -

Stony Brook University

Additional Chemistry Courses At Hofstra University
Samantha Tortoriello