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Samantha Louise Sabo

Accomplishments

9 years teaching experience with the Clark County School District in a Title 1 school
Teaching experience in 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th and 12th Grade Honors English
Additional experience in Freshman and Sophomore Studies, and Theater courses
Coaching experience: Assistant Coach Freshman Football (2006) and Head Coach Junior
Varsity Wrestling (2014)
Coordinated Talent Show (2012) and teacher performances for assemblies
Club advisor for Anime (2006 and 2011) and assisted with Key Club (2012)
Experience in NV Proficiency tutoring and teaching for reading and writing

Professional Experience
High School Teacher, Las Vegas, NV 08/2006 Present
Motivated, professional, and resourceful teacher with a genuine interest in students cognitive and
social growth. Actively involved in all areas of education including curriculum planning and
implementation, lesson modification, student mentoring, and community service. Dynamic
personality bringing great enthusiasm for reading literature, and broad writing experience to the
classroom. Special focus on fostering individual student accountability and self-reflection.
Ambitious and collaborative worker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Committed to the ideal, healthy, safe, and successful school environment for all students and staff.
Strengths and selected experience includes:
Curriculum Development
Vocabulary development
Interdisciplinary project planning
Classroom Management
Student evaluation and assessment
Program Development
Essential and advanced reading strategies
School and Community Event Planning
Constructive writing strategies

Education and Certification

Bachelor of Arts (2006) Secondary Education and English Literature
University of the State of Nevada, Las Vegas
National Honor Society
Associate in Art (1985) Lasell Junior College, Newton, MA
Permanent Public School Certification (2006) University of the State of Nevada, Las Vegas,
Education Department
Computer Skills: Windows, MS Word, Excel, MS Works, Internet and email

Teaching Experience
Eldorado High School Las Vegas, NV

August 2006 - Present

August 2006 June 2007

English Teacher grades 9 & 10

Modified and implemented teaching plans for grades 9 and 10 students in accordance with
required state ELA standards
Conducted independent action research projects to increase student engagement and enhance
classroom management techniques
Cooperated with drama instructors to infuse drama techniques and strategies with subject
content
Utilized a school-wide vocabulary enhancement program
Supported various school and community events
Participated in in-school NV state standardized testing assessment
Participated in weekly professional development sessions

August 2007 June 2008

Freshman Studies Teacher and Assistant Coach for the Freshman Football Team
Developed and implemented grade 9 curriculum for struggling students in accordance with
required state ELA standards, including reading, writing, studying, paraphrasing, test-taking, and
organizational skills
Coaching responsibilities included managing the defensive line, and special teams kick-off and
kick-off return
August 2008 June 2009
Sophomore Studies Teacher
Developed and implemented and extension program for 10 th grade students of the Freshman
Studies program with the original developer: Chip Mosher.
August 2009 June 2010
English Teacher Grade 9
Modified and implemented teaching plans for grades 9 students in accordance with required
state ELA standards
Conducted independent action research projects to increase student engagement and enhance
classroom management techniques
Supported various school and community events
Participated in in-school NV state standardized testing assessment
Participated in weekly professional development sessions
August 2010 June 2011
English Teacher grade 11 (American Lit.) and Theater Teacher and Technical Theater teacher
Modified and implemented teaching plans for grade 11 students in accordance with required
state ELA standards with a focus on American Literature.
Conducted independent action research projects to increase student engagement and enhance
classroom management techniques
Instructed all grade on levels 1, 2 & 3 of Theater including historical context, monologues, dance
routines, and a childrens show performed for elementary school students. Technical work
included set construction, costume design, lighting and general labor.
Supported various school and community events, including organizing and being MC for the
school talent show
Participated in in-school NV state standardized testing assessment
Participated in weekly professional development sessions

August 2011 June 2012

English Teacher grade 11
Modified and implemented teaching plans for grade 11 students in accordance with required
state ELA standards.
Conducted independent action research projects to increase student engagement and enhance
classroom management techniques
Worked closely with the Special Education Department in planning and implementing
cooperative learning for students with special needs
Participated in in-school NV state standardized testing assessment
Participated in weekly professional development sessions
School Tutor for the Nevada State Reading Proficiency
August 2012 June 2013
English Teacher English 11 & English 12
Modified and implemented teaching plans for grade 11 students in accordance with required
state ELA standards with a focus on American Literature.
Conducted independent action research projects to increase student engagement and enhance
classroom management techniques
Participated in in-school NV state standardized testing assessment
Participated in weekly professional development sessions
August 2013 June 2014
English Teacher grades 11 & 12, Head Coach Junior Varsity Wrestling
Modified and implemented teaching plans for grades 11 & 12 students in accordance with
required state ELA standards with a focus on the writing proficiency.
Conducted independent action research projects to increase student engagement and enhance
classroom management techniques
Supported various school and community events
Participated in in-school NV state standardized testing assessment
Participated in weekly professional development sessions
Responsible for conducting daily practice, scheduling transportation, attending numerous
tournaments, first-aid and educational health information, wrestling room maintenance,
donations and budget maintenance

August 2014 June 2015

English Teacher English 12, English 12 Honors
Modified and implemented teaching plans for grade 11 students in accordance with required
state ELA standards with a focus on American Literature.
Conducted independent action research projects to increase student engagement and enhance
classroom management techniques
Supported various school and community events
Participated in in-school NV state standardized testing assessment
Participated in weekly professional development sessions
School tutor for the Nevada State Reading Proficiency