About Ms. Samantha
Professional Background
Experience and teaching philosophy
Ms. Samantha is a seasoned English Language Arts (ELA) educator with over 8 years of secondary teaching experience (grades 5–12). She holds a Secondary- Education English bachelor's (Siena College, 2021, Dean's List) and a master's, with expertise in English language art and literary instruction. As lead ELA teacher at NY High School, she crafts units on classical literature studies and more, while using tools like Google Classroom to boost engagement. Certifications: NYS ELA Certification (7–12) and NYS ELA Certification Extension (5–6). Ms. Samantha uses high expectations and tailored support to help students build critical thinking via ELA, fostering inclusive, collaborative learning environment.
Courses by Ms. Samantha
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Social Emotional Learning
Nurture emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills through engaging activities that help Kindergarten to 12th graders build self-awareness, empathy, and healthy relationships.
Leadership Development
Cultivate leadership skills and character development through interactive activities, helping Kindergarten to 12th graders build confidence, communication, and teamwork abilities.
Writing Class
Master the art of written expression through structured writing workshops, helping 1st to 6th graders develop storytelling, essay writing, and creative composition skills.