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Samantha Jo Hodges

Birmingham

Summary

Skilled educator with strong background in visual and performing arts. Adept at developing engaging lesson plans and fostering creativity in diverse student populations. Known for effective collaboration with colleagues and adapting to evolving classroom needs. Expertise in various artistic mediums, classroom management, and curriculum development. Reliable and results-driven with focus on nurturing artistic talent, student confidence and social skills while achieving educational goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Paraeducator

Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
  • Provided essential support during standardized testing periods.
  • Helped teachers prepare instructional materials and displays.
  • Stepped into classroom and non-classroom environments such as specials classes and field trips to help staff manage demand and promote student safety.

Creative Director/Lead Teaching Artist

Dynamite Drama Productions SP
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead weekly theatre workshops of 3rd through 5th grade students on topics from acting styles to playwriting to costume/prop design by utilizing original curriculums and lesson plans.
  • Facilitate a welcoming and safe space for students to explore their creativity and apply their skills through the development of a full length student driven production presented to large community audiences.
  • Inspire confidence, ignite student creativity, and provide a playful, empathetic place for students to explore their imagination.
  • Streamlined classroom management by implementing clear guidelines and consistent routines.

Theater Teacher

Liberty Park Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Planned for, managed, and directed a classroom of 6th-8th grade students.
  • Developed engaging curriculum and lessons inspiring students to be resourceful, empathetic, and creative as we explored storytelling through play, movement, history, and analysis.
  • Organized successful school productions involving students from various grade levels and skills, fostering teamwork and community involvement.
  • Created opportunities for peer evaluations allowing students to learn from one another''s strengths while also identifying areas needing improvement.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies aligned with school policies.

Camp Counselor/Teaching Artist

Virginia Samford Theatre Camp VST
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in instruction and pushed in support for students requiring additional assistance.
  • Utilized games and activities that kept students engaged in the creation and performance of student developed scripts.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.

Substitute

Kelly Services
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
  • 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.

Lead Teaching Artist

Virginia Samford Theatre STARS Program
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Created lesson plans on scene work and improvisation for students from 10-15 years old.
  • Maintained an organized environment that was creatively engaging for students
  • Directed students in a final showcase for family, friends, and community leaders.

Education

Honors Diploma -

Muscle Shoals High School
Muscle Shoals, AL
05.2017

Bachelors of Fine Arts - Theatre for Young Audiences

Samford University
Birmingham, AL
05.2021

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Emotional support
  • Curriculum development and implementation
  • Student engagement
  • Lesson planning
  • CPR and first aid
  • Behavior management
  • Relationship building
  • Growth mindset
  • After-school programs
  • Creating visual displays
  • Storytelling

Accomplishments

  • Established and run a sustainable after-school educational theater program for 3rd-5th grade students.
  • Developed and implemented an original, engaging theater curriculum for middle school students, applying state standards for 6th-8th grade students throughout the course.

Affiliations

  • Alpha Psi Omega

Interests

  • Acting and Theater
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Music
  • Drawing and Painting

Timeline

Theater Teacher

Liberty Park Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024

Camp Counselor/Teaching Artist

Virginia Samford Theatre Camp VST
06.2022 - 06.2023

Instructional Paraeducator

Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park
01.2022 - Current

Creative Director/Lead Teaching Artist

Dynamite Drama Productions SP
01.2022 - Current

Substitute

Kelly Services
10.2021 - 01.2022

Lead Teaching Artist

Virginia Samford Theatre STARS Program
09.2019 - 03.2020

Honors Diploma -

Muscle Shoals High School

Bachelors of Fine Arts - Theatre for Young Audiences

Samford University

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