Samantha (Sam) Morris
Denver,CO
Summary
Qualified teacher for grades K-12, with both a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and Inclusive Practices endorsement. Eight years of classroom experience teaching in general education, alternative education, and Advanced Placement courses, both in-person and online. Collaborates efficiently and effectively with all team members to create the best possible working environment. Relationship-focused teaching philosophy to meet the unique needs and backgrounds of all students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Skills Teacher
27J Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated SEL instruction using the nXu curriculum.
- Taught a four-part series Life Skills class focused on student purpose and its connection to their community, career, and future.
- Organized events such as fundraisers, community visits to elderly care centers, and mock interviews for students.
English Teacher
Jeffco Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Taught AP Language and Composition and English 9 General Education
- Co-taught with Special Education Teacher
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, providing tailored support for individual student needs and objectives.
- Fostered positive classroom environment by establishing consistent routines and clear expectations, promoting mutual respect among students.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work through regular assessments and one-on-one conferences, helping guide their academic growth.
- Girls Head Flag Football Coach Fall of 2023
English Teacher/Instructional Leadership Team
School District 27J
03.2016 - 05.2022
- Taught AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition, and English 11.
- Taught University of Colorado Denver concurrent enrollment Pathways2Teaching course.
- Served two years on Instructional Leadership Team.
- Keynote Commencement Speaker for Class of 2020.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Adams State University
Alamosa, CO05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elemenatry Education
University of Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, NE12.2015
Skills
- Trained in Modern Classroom Project
- Experience with in-person teaching, remote learning, and hybrid model
- Co-taught in both Special Education and English Language Learner settings
- Skilled in variety of educational tech tools, including Google Classroom, Edpuzzle, Flip Grid, WeVideo
- Summer School teacher
- Distance Learning
- Emergenetics Classroom
- Career guidance
Timeline
Life Skills Teacher
27J Schools
08.2024 - Current
English Teacher
Jeffco Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
English Teacher/Instructional Leadership Team
School District 27J
03.2016 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Adams State University
Bachelor of Science - Elemenatry Education
University of Nebraska Omaha
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