Samantha Jebrael

7305 Drexler Rd.

St. Clair, MI 48079
Phone: (810) 305-6942
Email: samantha.jebrael@gmail.com

Objective
To obtain a position in the field of elementary education (K-5) where I am able to utilize my skills in educating students in
the foundational stage of their learning.

Certification

Elementary Education, K-5 all subjects by the State of Michigan

Child Development Students from birth through 2nd grade
American Red Cross, Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR

Education
2015- Present

2011-2015

2007-2011

Michigan State University- East Lansing, MI

Masters of Arts in Teaching and Curriculum (In Progress)
Michigan State University- East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
Teaching Major: Language Arts
Early Child Development ZS Endorsement
Graduated with honors; GPA: 3.81
St. Clair High School- St. Clair, MI
High School Diploma

Teaching Experience
2015-2016

Hiawatha Elementary School- Okemos, MI

Michigan State University Year-Long Elementary Education Internship: First Grade
Independently planned and implemented developmentally appropriate units in all subject areas in
accordance with grade level standards.
Participated in co-planning and co-teaching with mentor teacher to develop and implement content
and behavioral expectations.
Created a safe, culturally competent, productive learning environment for a wide range of students.
Used formal and informal assessments to evaluate students and differentiate instruction as needed
for specific Tier II and Tier III instruction.
Incorporated new technology, including Chrome Books, into instruction.

Summer 2015 Cross Cultural Teaching Abroad- Cape Town, South Africa
Holy Trinity Primary School: Kindergarten Third Grade
Independently managed a classroom of 40 students.
Created and taught lessons about American culture while integrating math and literacy.
Collaborated with Afrikaans speaking staff and students.
Lived and worked with an educator in South Africa and completed graduate level coursework.

Led an interactive SMART board presentation about education in South Africa for the Dean of
Cape Town University and other colleagues.

2014-2015

Lansing STEM Academy- Lansing, MI

Michigan State University Senior Placement: Kindergarten
Created and implemented lessons in Science, Social Studies, Math, and Literacy.
Planned and administered assessments based on instruction.
Supported my mentor teacher in integrating Physical Education, Music, and Art into the general
classroom.

Summer 2014

Michigan State University Child Development Laboratory- Haslett, MI

Michigan State University Child Development Semester Internship Preschool ages 3-5
Implemented classroom activities and management techniques during small groups, large
groups, and independent choice time to a diverse group of learners.
Taught and managed students enrolled through Head Start, Great Start Readiness Program, &
Early Childhood Special Education.
Created, organized, and implemented lessons centered in the areas of fine motor, dramatic play,
literacy, cognitive, and aesthetics.
Planned and implemented a school wide Family Event.

Related Experience
2015-2016

Substitute Teacher- Okemos, MI

Part Time substitute teacher for Okemos Public School District
Substitute taught for teachers in grades K-4
Implemented provided lesson plans based on district curricula.
Took on classroom management and behavior management, following the norms and structure
of the classroom.

2016

Girls On the Run- Mid Michigan Location

Coached third and fourth grade girls
Collaborated with other coaches in planning and implementing lessons that promote joyful,
healthy, and confident lifestyles through the use of games and exercise.
Led group discussions about topics that were relevant and meaningful to the girls on my team.

2014- 2015

Immaculate Heart of Mary School- Lansing, MI

Student Care teacher for students in preschool to eighth grade
Tutor students academically in subjects including math, literacy, science, social studies, and
religion.
Designed and executed age appropriate activities for students.

Technology Experience
I am proficient in Microsoft Office Applications as well as Google Applications. I incorporate online learning tools such as
United Streaming, Number Words, Lexia, Front Row, Xtra Math, Symbaloo, and Raz Kids. I have experience with SMART
Boards, Document cameras, interactive clickers, Chrome Books, and Apple products.

Professional Development

Professional Learning Communities Hiawatha Staff August 2015

Taking advantage of Google in the Classroom Hiawatha Staff August 2015

Cultural Competency Dr. Catherine Ash, Okemos Public School SuperintendentAugust

2015

Teachers in the Law MEA August 2015

Multi-Tiered System of Supports Kaytie Palmiter (Eaton RESA) & Amy Henry (Muskegon
ISD) January 2016

Connecting Assessments to Instruction Patty Trelstad February 2016

Linguistic Diversity Maddie Shellgren February 2016

References
Lori Howe, Mentor Teacher
Hiawatha Elementary, Okemos Public Schools
Phone: (517) 749-6021
Email: lori.howe@okemosk12.net
Brenda White, Field Instructor
Michigan State University
Phone: (517) 449-0594
Email: attwoodbrenda@hotmail.com
Gary Kinzer, Principle
Hiawatha Elementary, Okemos Public Schools
Phone: (517) 927-6312
Email: gary.kinzer@okemosk12.net