Samantha Clymer
Certified Teacher
Amsterdam,NY
Summary
Educator with 8+ years of experience in developing customized lesson plans and implementing diverse instructional strategies. Proven track record of improving student outcomes through collaboration with parents, colleagues, and community stakeholders.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
Philadelphia School District
Philadelphia, PA
04.2016 - 04.2024
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Taught accelerated literary programs to elementary school students by guiding heterogeneous small group instruction.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in line with state curriculum standards.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
Fire Controlman
United States Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2010 - 09.2015
- Managed operation and maintenance of CIWS (Closed in Weapon System), a 20mm radar-guided gun system.
- Ran diagnostics on equipment and associated networks to ensure operational computer systems.
- Operated weapons direction systems by identifying and reporting target positions.
- Performed comprehensive analyses on various systems, including electronics and casualty control.
- Supervised repairs on two CIWS mounts, resulting in savings of over $500,000 in parts.
Kindergarten Teacher
A.C. Moore Elementary
Columbia, SC
12.2005 - 01.2009
- Taught students foundational academic skills, including phonics, letter recognition, and reading comprehension.
- Instructed children in basic mathematics, problem-solving techniques, social skills, science concepts, and social studies.
- Planned lessons aligned with state curriculum and adapted to diverse learning abilities.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences, team meetings, and organized after-school programs to enhance student engagement.
Education
Master of Arts -
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA06-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lander University
Greenwood, SC12-2015
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American InterContinental University
Chicago, IL05-2009
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Fulton-Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY06-2000
High School Diploma -
Amsterdam High School
Amsterdam, NY06-1998
Skills
- Inquiry-based learning
- Effective organization
- Literacy instruction
- Digital media teaching
- Child growth and development
- Curriculum design
- Relationship building
- Student assessment
- Diversified instruction
- Academic program management
- Classroom management
- Student needs assessment
- Individualized instruction
- Team collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Philadelphia School District
04.2016 - 04.2024
Fire Controlman
United States Navy
05.2010 - 09.2015
Kindergarten Teacher
A.C. Moore Elementary
12.2005 - 01.2009
Master of Arts -
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lander University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American InterContinental University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Fulton-Montgomery Community College
High School Diploma -
Amsterdam High School