Samantha Leav
Director of State Policy at Data Science 4 Everyone- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Professional Development Sequence in Emerging Technologies
Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleMay, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Professional Development Sequence in Teaching with Technology
Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleAug, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
Professional Development Sequence in Online Pedagogy
Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleAug, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
Suicide Prevention
The Society for the Prevention of Teen SuicideJan, 2015- Sep, 2024 -
Mandated Reporter
Illinois Department of Children and Family ServicesNov, 2013- Sep, 2024 -
Professional Educator License
Illinois State Board of EducationJan, 2015- Sep, 2024 -
American Heart Association Hearsaver CPR AED Program
American Heart Association | American Stroke AssociationApr, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED
American Red CrossFeb, 2015- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Data Science 4 Everyone
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of State Policy
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Jan 2023 - Present
Serve as an engaging and adaptive representative for DS4E, nurturing relationships with partners, advocates, policymakers, and school leaders. Strengthen and diversify the DS4E coalition base and identify emerging efforts with promise to scale state-wide data science teaching capacity. Serve as a liaison to existing state leaders advancing innovative data science education programs, championing their work and sharing promising results with others. Collaborate with state and local educators to advance strategic priorities, develop funding opportunities, and create new policy initiatives, including designing and assisting states in implementing data science education programs. Travel to conferences, summits, and keynotes with DS4E leadership to summarize state and local work, cultivate relationships with current and potential coalition supporters, and introduce DS4E’s work to stakeholders. Show less
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Illinois State Board of Education
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Education Administration Programs
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400 - 500 Employee
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Mathematics Principal Consultant
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Aug 2019 - Dec 2022
Collaborate with a talented and diverse staff, including grantees to better support state and federal grant administrations. Serve as leader and subject matter expert for mathematics curriculum and guidance for middle and secondary school transformations. Drive support for ISBE and other educational agencies pertaining to the development of math materials and resources. Work directly with the Illinois Learning Standards for Math to drive process implementation. Integrate math standards with career and technical education when required. Manage comprehensive strategic planning, and upgrades for math rigor, providing leadership in math assessments and curriculum. Author and edit requests for proposals, preparation of grant reports, and development of workshops and conferences in support for Illinois math standards. Utilize proven and demonstrated knowledge of data analysis to streamline transparent communications. Show less
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Southwestern High School
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Curriculum Coach
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May 2018 - Jul 2019
Built and sustained strong relationships with key partners and stakeholders, including teachers and school administration. Directed and coordinated implementation of curriculum consistent with district initiatives. Created and implemented articulated schedules working directly with building administration and school leadership. Collaborated with teachers to understand Southwestern CUSD#9 missions and core values. Worked directly with teachers to implement resources, materials, and information to support classroom instruction.Developed staff members, knowledge, and behaviors through a variety of professional development targeted topics and design.Utilized analytical skills and school district data to improve classroom instruction and an increase in student learning. Show less
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Mathematics Teacher
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Aug 2016 - Jul 2019
Tracked and maintained comprehensive student attendance records and grades. Compiled and administered classwork, assignments, and examinations. Collaborated with a variety of students with IEPs, 504 plans, and English Language Learners as needed. Instructed a diverse group of students in Algebra 1 Honors, Algebra 1 Regulars, and Math Analysis. Assisted in the development of team meetings, parent and student meetings, and collaboration with school administration.
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Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation
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United States
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Investment Management
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Middle School Mathematics Teacher
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Aug 2015 - May 2016
Collaborated with diverse teams to drive the Grad Way Program and assist at risk students become successful. Instructed multiple classes within Advanced 6th Grade, General 7th Grade, and Remedial 7th Grade Mathematics. Implemented comprehensive curriculum per state and local guidelines, and in collaboration with school administration. Utilized proven and demonstrated knowledge of the field to facilitate student learning. Collaborated with diverse teams to drive the Grad Way Program and assist at risk students become successful. Instructed multiple classes within Advanced 6th Grade, General 7th Grade, and Remedial 7th Grade Mathematics. Implemented comprehensive curriculum per state and local guidelines, and in collaboration with school administration. Utilized proven and demonstrated knowledge of the field to facilitate student learning.
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Western Illinois University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Undergraduate Teacher's Assistant
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Jan 2013 - May 2014
• Maintained student attendance records, grades, and other required records• Administered, and graded classwork, assignments, and examinations• Maintained classroom rules and procedures• Facilitated reviews/study sessions
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Mathematics Tutor
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Jan 2013 - May 2014
• Assisting both high school and college students with their academic studies• Helping students improve their grades• Facilitating reviews/study sessions
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Mathematics Student Ambassador
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Jan 2013 - May 2014
• Assist the department in answering perspective students questions• Calling and emailing perspective students
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Canton High School
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clinical Experience
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2014 - 2014
Ensured proper maintenance of attendance records, grades, and other required records. Instructed diverse students in Algebra 1a, Algebra 1, and Algebra II. Implemented the one-to-one program within the freshman academy working with students on Lenovo Yoga laptops, Smart Board, and learning websites. Ensured proper maintenance of attendance records, grades, and other required records. Instructed diverse students in Algebra 1a, Algebra 1, and Algebra II. Implemented the one-to-one program within the freshman academy working with students on Lenovo Yoga laptops, Smart Board, and learning websites.
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Education
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2018 - 2020
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Masters of Science in Education, Curriculum and Instruction -
2007 - 2014
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mathematics Teacher Education
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