Samantha

L. Connolly
slconno@g.clemson.edu
(803) 465-4333

Current Address Permanent Address
111 Cochran Rd Apt 1021 151 Willowood Cove
Clemson, SC 29631 Chapin, SC 29036

EDUCATION
Chapin High School Chapin, SC
May 2013
Clemson University
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education Clemson, SC
Emphasis in Literacy, Culture, & Diversity May 2017
GPA: 3.71/4.00

RELATED EXPERIENCE AND LEADERSHIP
Chapin Elementary Chapin, SC
Teacher Cadet Experience January 2013-May 2013
Irmo-Chapin Recreation Commission Chapin, SC
Summer Camp Counselor June 2014 August 2013
Collaborated with co-workers to plan games and activities for campers each week
Developed recreation activities for campers and guided assigned group during weekly field trips

Clemson University Clemson/Williamston, SC
GoalPOST Instructor at Palmetto Elementary School September 2014 April 2016
GoalPOST (Goal-oriented Performance in Out of School Time) is a program created through
Clemson University that aims to provide students at several elementary schools in the area with
academic assistance. This program focuses on extending students' learning through technology
incorporation, goal-setting skills, and physical activity.
Assisted 3rd-5th graders with daily homework
Instructed and created interactive, enriching lesson plans for 3rd graders

Abner Montessori School Chapin, SC
Pre-Primary Assistant Summer Teacher July 2015 August 2015
Worked with 3-5 year olds following Montessori guidelines
Provided indoor/outdoor activities as well as independent play for children

Hollis Academy Greenville, SC
Practicum Experience August 2016 November 2016
Worked in a 4th grade single-gender classroom with all boys implementing teaching strategies and
content developed in Clemson University courses

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Tutoring
Tutored a 4th grade student in Math during Teaching Cadet experience. Chapin, SC
Tutored kindergarteners in Reading March 2013-August 2015

Junior Achievement
Taught students from 2nd to 4th grade on economic lessons Chapin, SC
(Supply and Demand; Specialization and Trade) July 2014
This is a non-profit program that was created to provide
elementary and middle level students with engaging lessons on
economic topics.


HONORS AND AWARDS
AP Scholar with Distinction Award April 2012
Spanish Honors Society May 2013
South Carolina LIFE Scholarship Recipient 2013-present
Phillip C. Chappell Scholarship Recipient 2013-present
Deans List Fall 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2016
Presidents List Fall 2015

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Tiger Talks January 2015-present
Tiger Talks is a Creative Inquiry through Clemson University that aims to create high quality Book Talks
for elementary students. Book Talks are simple introductions to books that intend to spark interest.

CERTIFICATIONS

South Carolina Licensure in Elementary Education Pending
PRAXIS II PLT 184
PRAXIS Multiple Subjects Passed
Project Learning Tree Workshop Certified
Pre-K 8th Grade

REFERENCES
Available upon request