Samuel Price

DUTIES:

• Develop a supportive and professional relationship with assigned mentees.
• Maintain a caseload of 10 mentees at 5 hours of work per week.
• Make at least weekly contact with assigned mentees to include a two-way dynamic conversation (in-person preferred - Google Meet, phone, or email only if student does not attend the in-person site) to discuss attendance, progress in courses, and to set attendance and progress goals and document the contact.
• Frequently discuss target graduation date with mentees and work to remove barriers to academic success.
• Using advisement lessons/topics provided by the Mentor Facilitator and Regional Coordinator, engage in meaningful conversation with mentees around monthly advisement topics and document the contact.
• Once per semester, plan and facilitate parent conferences at the site (in person for in-person sites) using student-led conferencing to guide conversations around expectations, attendance and course progress and document accordingly.
• Serve as a liaison between families and school personnel by being familiar with site processes, upcoming events, and serving as an overall resource to families. Work with the Parent Advisory Committee as needed to connect with parents.
• Once mentee graduates from Foothills, maintain monthly phone or email contact for up to 3 months to support the transition to post- graduation plans and refer to Mentor Facilitator, Career Specialist or Regional Student Services Coordinator as needed for support. Document post-graduation contacts.
• Be familiar with Dual Enrollment (DE), work-based learning and Accelerated Career (Option B) opportunities and make sure mentees receive appropriate information.
• If a concern arises that warrants help with a student's personal situation, mental health or academics, Mentor will consult with the Mentor Facilitator who will make referral to appropriate student services staff or site director.
• Update Contact Log notes in Infinite Campus student database following each communication with a mentee.
• Maintain appropriate student confidentiality and professional relationship that establishes boundaries in a healthy mentor-mentee relationship.
• Have an understanding of the CANVAS learning platform and Infinite Campus Student Database in order to review student data and assess for needs.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Mentor Facilitator or Site Director.

Secondary Education Teaching Experience

Social Studies Teacher (Current)

• Teach Government and World History content aligned to state standards
• Designed engaging lessons to promote critical thinking and civic understanding
• Assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments
• Incorporated discussion-based learning and primary source analysis

Algebra Teacher (1 Year)

• Delivered standards-based instruction in Algebra content
• Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum goals
• Assessed student learning and adjusted instruction to support mastery
• Provided targeted support to improve student achievement in mathematics

Special Education Teacher (2 Years)

• Developed and implemented IEP-driven instruction for diverse learners
• Modified curriculum and assessments to meet individualized student needs
• Collaborated with general education teachers, parents, and support staff
• Monitored student progress and maintained compliance documentation
  

Pricing Analyst (Aug 2021 – Jan 2022)

• Managed RFP pricing and coordinated with sales to meet deadlines
• Conducted market research and analyzed data for competitive bids
• Created weekly reports for leadership (revenue, sales, fuel, logistics)
• Maintained RFP/customer records in logistics software
• Supported onboarding by issuing insurance certificates and coordinating documentation
• Onboarded contractors and supported operations under tight deadlines
• Prepared bills of lading and shipment documentation
• Coordinated shipment routing, maintenance, and delivery tracking

Operational Specialist (Aug 2020 – Aug 2021)

• Reconciled 15+ general ledgers daily, including Federal Reserve accounts
• Prepared audits and financial reports (monthly, quarterly, yearly)
• Processed ACH, wire transfers, and regulatory payments
• Conducted fraud monitoring and investigations (credit card, wire fraud)
• Maintained banking systems and account records
• Performed daily banking transactions and customer service support
• Opened and managed multiple account types (DDA, IRA, savings, etc.)
• Processed loans, cards, wires, and financial service requests
• Supported sales growth through referrals and client relationship building