Samantha Vasquez
@samanthavasquez
Dedicated educator with a passion for fostering inclusive learning environments.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
As a committed educator with a Bachelor of Science in Teaching and Learning, I have dedicated my career to nurturing young minds in early childhood education. My experience as a 1st Grade Teacher at Horne Elementary School has allowed me to deliver over 8 hours of differentiated instruction daily, utilizing interactive technology and hands-on learning to engage my students effectively.
My collaborative approach with fellow educators has been instrumental in refining lesson plans and implementing targeted interventions based on performance data. I have also completed the Science of Teaching Reading Academy, enhancing my literacy instruction expertise. My previous role as a 2nd Grade Teacher at Ironbound Academy further solidified my skills in developing comprehensive lesson plans and analyzing student performance data to tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
1st Grade Teacher Self-Contained
Horne Elementary School
Aug 2022 - Present (3 years)
Delivered 8+ hours of differentiated, standards-aligned instruction daily to 18 students, incorporating interactive technology and hands-on learning. Collaborated with 8 educators in weekly planning sessions to refine lessons and implement targeted interventions based on performance data.
2nd Grade Teacher Self-Contained
Ironbound Academy Elementary School
Aug 2023 - Mar 2024 (7 months)
Organized and developed daily lesson plans covering 7 hours of instruction across all 4 core subject areas while adhering to state standards. Collaborated with an ESL teacher daily to effectively team teach 24 students consisting of English Language Learners.
Sales Manager
Francescas
Aug 2019 - Aug 2022 (3 years)
Followed all sales and met daily sales goals to secure profitability for the boutique. Supervised 3 employees across sales, customer service, and store duties to guarantee 100% customer satisfaction.
1st Grade Student Teacher
Decker Prairie Elementary School
Aug 2021 - May 2022 (9 months)
Enforced 15 classroom procedures year-round to ensure a safe and structured learning environment. Coached small groups comprised of 4-5 students of the same skill level in all subjects to ensure equitable learning.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UHUniversity of Houston
Bachelor of Science, Teaching and Learning: Early Childhood through 6th Grade Generalist
2018 - 2022
Grade: 3.2/4.0; Cum Laude
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Teaching and Learning with a focus on Early Childhood through 6th Grade Generalist. Achieved a GPA of 3.2/4.0 and graduated Cum Laude.
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