SAMANTHA WALL
Pryor,OK
Summary
I am an empathetic and patient professional with 5 years of experience and a track record of professional growth. Following a career-advancing relocation, I bring a demonstrated ability to improve student engagement, implement flexible and personalized learning, and foster inclusive classroom cultures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School ELA Teacher
Jay Middle School
Jay, OK
08.2025 - Current
- Designing and implementing engaging 7th and 8th-grade ELA curricula aligned with state standards, focusing on reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary development.
- Cultivating a positive, inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners, increasing student participation and enthusiasm for literature.
- Analyzing formative and summative assessment data to differentiate instruction, providing personalized support that increased student test scores and comprehension skills.
- Spearheading a specialized reading intervention class, utilizing data-driven analysis to identify student needs and categorize learners by skill gap.
- Orchestrating and leading the first annual school-wide Career Day, recruiting and coordinating diverse industry professionals to foster professional awareness in students.
- Coordinating logistics, scheduling, and communication between corporate partners and school administration to execute a successful career day event.
Special Education Teacher
Lincoln Early Childhood Center
Pryor, OK
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Managing a self-contained classroom serving students with diverse learning needs and behavioral challenges.
- Collaborating effectively with families, paraprofessionals, and multidisciplinary teams to create structure, with an emphasis on behavior management.
- Committed to fostering independence, self-regulation, and confidence in every student.
- Utilizing assessment tools to evaluate student performance and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
Mission Work
Youth With A Mission
Sydney
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Fundraising, working multiple jobs, speaking at church to the congregation, speaking with others about my upcoming plans, and coordinating my schedule and living arrangements.
Kindergarten Teacher
Roosevelt Elementary School
Pryor, OK
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Implementing behavior guidelines
- Preparing classroom activities
- Use of varying teaching methods
- Monitoring student academic performances
Second Grade Teacher
Roosevelt Elementary School
Pryor, OK
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Implementing behavior guidelines
- Preparing classroom activities
- Use of varying teaching methods
- Growing academic standard per individual students
- Monitoring student academic performances
Education
BS - Early Childhood Education
Northeastern State University
OK05-2021
Skills
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Reading Intervention (Tier II/III)Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Event Planning & Coordination
- 7th-8th Grade Literature & Writing
Certification
- EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, 2021-05-01
- Elementary Education Subtest 1 and 2
- Receiving official passed score May 8, 2026: Severe and Profound
Timeline
Middle School ELA Teacher
Jay Middle School
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Lincoln Early Childhood Center
10.2024 - 05.2025
Mission Work
Youth With A Mission
05.2024 - 08.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Roosevelt Elementary School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Second Grade Teacher
Roosevelt Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2023
BS - Early Childhood Education
Northeastern State University
ACTIVITIES
Volunteer Youth Leader, Creekside Church, Pryor, OK, 2022-present, Teach fundamental Bible skills, Camp Counselor with 7th and 8th grade girls for 5 days during the summer, Volunteer Middle school Sunday Morning Teacher, Creekside Church 2024-present, hosting on average 25 or more students