SAMANTHA FOLTZ

9807 Sean Drive Frisco, TX 75035 sfoltz1202@gmail.com (email) 254-733-1924 (cell)

OBJECTIVE
To provide students with a collaborative, positive, and authentic academic experience that fosters a love of learning, and gives them the confidence to be self-thinkers and active problem solvers.

EDUCATION
Currently seeking B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies, EC-6 Generalist with ESL certification; graduation date May 10, 2014. Associates degree from Collin College, Plano, TX. Student of Deans list, and Presidents list. Graduated from Midway High School 2007, Waco, TX.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Eddins Elementary, McKinney, TX st th Student teaching for 1 year in 1 and 5 grade Internship: 2-3 days/week Residency: 5 days/week August 2013- Present

Taught all content areas, utilizing various strategies and teaching methods while integrating the use of technology Participated in flex-grouping and ISIP groups weekly for in depth student/teacher interaction Experience teaching with Spalding reading and writing program Took on all duties and activities of mentor teachers, including planning and professional development Continuous positive feedback from mentor teachers and staff, including Principal and Vice Principal

Aikin Elementary, Richardson, TX Student Observations ages 8-9 rd 30 Hours observation in 3 grade class Assisted teacher with daily activities Often taught small group instruction Tutored ELL students on grammar and reading comprehension

January 2012- March 2012

Borchardt Elementary, Frisco, TX Student Observation ages 6-7 16 Hours observation in 1st grade class Assisted classroom teacher with daily activities Occasionally conducted lessons Frequently facilitated for students in group activities

August 2011- November 2011

Collin College, Plano, TX 2010- 2011 Student observation ages 2-4 32 hours observation in the Collin College NAEYC accredited lab school for toddlers and preschool age children Interacted with children, and conducted several lesson plans and activities. Recognized for demonstration of dedication, and sincerity Met deadlines for assigned lessons 100% of the time

* References available upon request