Samantha Spagnola

(585)-797-8141
sspagnola21@gmail.com
Education:
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK COLLEGE AT CORTLAND, Cortland, New York
Bachelor of Science in Inclusive Childhood Education (Dual Major). May 2022
 Concentration in Social Sciences
 GPA: 3.81, Kappa Delta Pi (Education) and Phi Kappa Phi (Interdisciplinary) International Honor
Societies

Certifications:
New York State Initial Certification, Childhood Education (1-6)
New York State Initial Certification, Students with Disabilities (1-6)

Teaching Experience:
HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Homer, New York
Student Teacher, 2nd grade Co-taught classroom September 2021 - October 2021
 Differentiated classroom instruction to provide the best opportunity for equitable student learning.
 Collaborated with the special education teacher and general education teacher in analyzing data and
creating specialized content.
 Planned and taught a five-lesson unit plan that was accessible to all students and utilized engaging,
hands-on activities to enhance learning.
TST BOCES, Ithaca, NY
Student Teacher, 4th,5th,6th grade special education (8-1-1 classroom) October 2021 - November 2021
 Managed paraprofessionals in a way that adequately provided support to students as needed.
 Provided accommodations and modifications to classroom curriculum and interactions for students with
IEPs to allow access to the curriculum.
HORSEHEADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Horseheads, NY
Virtual Immersion Experience March 2021 - April 2021
 Expanded and strengthened my knowledge of elementary education by collaborating with and
questioning my host teacher.
 Designed and implemented morning work for the students.
PARKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Cortland, NY
25-hour Field Experience February 2019 - April 2019
 Observed a 5th-grade classroom and began to establish my own teaching practices.
 Acquired knowledge of education practices.

Job Experience:
HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Homer, New York
K-8 Substitute Teacher January 2022 – May 2022
 Follow substitute plans left by the teacher accurately and assume responsibility as the teacher adding in
any modifications needed for the class.
 Adapt to the class as needed to best meet their needs and empathize with students’ feelings about having
a different teacher for the day.

CORTLAND AUXILARY SERVICES, Cortland, NY

Student Supervisor January 2021 – October 2021
 Completed audits throughout the shift to ensure the safety of staff and students.
 Supervised the staff to ensure the shift was running smoothly as well as supervise the dining room to
adhere to Covid protocols including masking and sanitization of tables and chairs.
  Created a schedule for the night shift that delegated responsibilities to staff throughout the shift.

Student Worker February 2019 – December 2020

 Communicated with management to ensure adequate communication during the shift.
 Prepared food that adhered to FDA and CDC guidelines.

BROCKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOLS, Brockport NY

K-12 Substitute Teacher January 2019 - Present
 Implement lessons and differentiate as needed.
 Adjust to the schedule and procedures of each building and classroom.
CARROLS COORPORATION, Brockport, NY
Shift Supervisor May 2021 – Present
 Manage a well-run shift utilizing multitasking skills throughout.
 Ensuring all company security and safety policies and procedures are adhered to.
 Delegating training tasks to team members and team leaders for completion when needed.
 Coordinating the crew through positioning and directing.
Team Leader February 2021-May 2021
 Assisted the manager by ensuring crew team productivity and QSC efficiency standards are met in
assigned areas of the restaurant.
 Delegated responsibilities to team members in collaboration with management.
 Worked with crew in high pressure situations to ensure that everyone was able to work effectively and
efficiently.
Team Member October 2016 – February 2021
 Established positive guest relations utilizing customer service skills.
 Performed cleaning tasks to ensure the safety of customers.

Extracurricular Activities:
SIGMA ALPHA PHI: HONOR SOCIETY OF LEADERSHIP AND SUCCESS
Spring 2020 Inductee
 Attended multiple Speaker Broadcasts to enhance my leadership skills.
 Participated in a leadership training day where I identified goals and worked on a plan of action to
achieve these goals.
 Acquired various leadership skills to aid in my future endeavors.
 Met bi-weekly in small groups to gain insights and perspectives in an environment that will fast-track
success.

Honors/Awards:
 Dean’s List every semester
 President’s List (Fall 2020, Spring 2021)
 SUNY Cortland Employee Appreciation: Student Employee Honoree (Spring 2021)
 Summa Cum Laude Institutional Honors

Skills:
 SMART Board Training completed
 Google Suite Training completed
 Experienced in Microsoft Office covering Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
 Strong communication skills
 Strong multitasking skills
 Excellent Organization
 Highly Motivated