Samantha S.

Seeman
Current Address: 1260 34
th
Street Apartment 2052, Des Moines, IA 50311
Cell: (515)230-9169
samisue_seeman92@hotmail.com

EDUCATION:
Drake University, Des Moines, IA
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, May 2014
Endorsements: Reading K-8, Coaching

Boone High School, Boone, IA
Graduated May 2010
Activities: Volleyball, Soccer, Boys Swim Team Manager, Theatre, National Honor Society

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Fifth Grade Classroom Student Teacher, March 2014 Present
Eason Elementary, Waukee, Iowa
-Engage learners in group, paired, and individual learning opportunities through Waukee Workshop Model
-Differentiate lessons to ensure the curriculum is developmentally appropriate
-Utilize variety of technology and real life experiences to purposefully aid student learning
-Reflect upon teaching strategies and guidance in order to adjust identified areas of improvement
-Generate concepts to share in Professional Development and Professional Learning Communities

Third Grade Classroom Student Teacher, January 2014 March 2014
Lakewood Elementary, Norwalk, Iowa
-Planned and presented lessons in reading, writing, math, and social studies
- Applied the Gradual Release of Responsibility model to aid student learning
-Modified reading instruction for small group Response to Intervention
- Exercised conflict resolution skills to address classroom and hallway behavior
-Liaised with team teachers to fulfill Teacher Quality and Professional Learning Community responsibilities

Ghana, Africa, January 2014
-Maximized use of limited resources during instruction
-Acclimated to a new and extraordinary culture

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Hubbell Elementary School 3
rd
Grade, Des Moines, IA, September-November 2013
-Tutored individual student through diverse range of teaching methods

Garton Elementary School 4
th
Grade, Des Moines, IA, September November 2013
-Instructed small groups in reading skills and strategies

Holy Trinity School, Des Moines, IA, June 2013
-Explored assessment techniques through tutoring

Western Hills Elementary School 2
nd
Grade, Des Moines, IA, February May 2013
-Supported students during individual and whole group work time

Western Hills Elementary School 6
th
Grade, Des Moines, IA, March May 2013
-Prepared and implemented lessons multiple times a day

Holy Family School 4
th
Grade Junior Achievement, Des Moines, IA, October November 2013
-Modified preplanned program unit to meet student needs
-Educated students about regions in the United States

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Gymnastics Coach, August 2011 Present
Triad Kids Campus, Ankeny, IA
-Train body, mind, and spirit of girls ages 6 16
-Motivate athletes to compete and live whole heartedly
-Collaborate to create original routines for each event

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE:
Corn Pollinator, AgReliant Genetics, Boone, IA (Summer 2011 and Summer 2012)
Kennel Attendant, Boone Veterinary Hospital, Boone, IA (July 2007-July 2010)

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Substitute Teacher Dance, October 2008 Present
Healthy Smiles Booth - Drake University Head Start Day at the Zoo, Fall 2012 and Fall 2013
Welcoming Committee - Drake University Head Start Night at the Science Center of Iowa, Spring 2013
Coach U6 Soccer, Boone Soccer Club, Fall 2009

CERTIFICATIONS:
Blood Borne Pathogens - March 2014
Mandatory Reporter - March 2014
Concussions in Sports - April 2014

AWARDS:
ETS Recognition of Excellence Award for Praxis II Elementary Education: Content Knowledge

Samantha S. Seeman
Current Address: 1260 34
th
Street Apartment 2052, Des Moines, IA 50311
Cell: (515)230-9169
samisue_seeman92@hotmail.com

References
Kami Davis
Head Coach of Xcel Team
Triad Kids Campus
2202 SE Creekview Drive
Ankeny, IA 50021
Cell: (515)402-3245
Sivadimak2006@gmail.com

Jim Mayse
Student Teaching Supervisor
Drake University
2507 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311
Cell: (515)707-2355
maysejim@aol.com

Ashley Ohmstede
Mentor Teacher
Eason Elementary School
605 SE Boone Drive
Waukee, IA 50263
School: (515)987-5200
Cell: (515)554-3739
aohmstede@waukeeschools.org

Shelly Vroegh
Mentor Teacher
Lakewood Elementary School
9210 Happy Hollow Drive
Norwalk, IA 50211
School: (515)981-1850
Cell: (515)240-5617
svroegh@norwalk.k12.ia.us