Samantha Crimminger
Little River
Summary
I have worked in Special Education since 1992. Most of my years have been spent at North Myrtle Beach High School. I chaired the Special Education Department from 1998 until 2003. Then again from 2005 until 2008. I am presently co-chair since 2023. I have earned a Masters Degree in Educational Science with a focus in Specific Learning Disabilities. Over the decades I have developed, improved, and maintained many skills. I am strong in interpreting relevant data and developing a cohesive Individualized Education Plan. I am able to work with my colleagues on content and Individualized Education Plan Development. I am able to assist with student and teacher scheduling within the special education department. I build strong connections and rapport with my students. I am able to research and design targeted instruction and interventions for my students.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
North Myrtle Beach High School
Little River, SC
08.1998 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to students' unique needs and learning styles.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to engage students with varying abilities and disabilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt educational approaches.
- Trained and mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques and special education practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Academy of Arts, Science and Tecnology
Myrtle Beach, SC
08.2003 - 06.2005
- Special Education Chair
- 504 Coordinator
- Testing Coordinator for Special Education
- Adult Education
Special Education Teacher
Marion School District
Mullins, SC
08.1993 - 06.1998
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student performance and modify interventions accordingly.
- Facilitated communication among parents, educators, and support staff to enhance student outcomes.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Education
Master of Science -
Francis Marion College
Florence, SCAssociate of Arts -
Francis Marion University
Florence, SC05-1992
Skills
- Leadership Skills within the Special Education Department
- Ability to Trouble Shoot Technology Issues
- Ability to Learn new on-line platforms without much assistance
- Ability to build connections and rapport with students
- Research and Designing Targeted Instruction
- Using MTSI Interventions for learning and behavior
- Ability to guide students to appropriate careers
- The understanding of College and Career Ready and Career Reading Communities in South Carolina
- Ability to research and develop relevant student data
- Ability to develop a cohesive Individualized Eduction Plan
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Academy of Arts, Science and Tecnology
08.2003 - 06.2005
Special Education Teacher
North Myrtle Beach High School
08.1998 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Marion School District
08.1993 - 06.1998
Master of Science -
Francis Marion College
Associate of Arts -
Francis Marion University