Samantha Panepinto
About Samantha Panepinto
Samantha Panepinto serves as a Program Liaison at Elevate K-12 and a Content Writer at Six Red Marbles, both since 2022. She has a background in education, having worked as a teacher and content writer, and holds degrees in Education and Sociology/Anthropology.
Current Role at Elevate K-12
Samantha Panepinto serves as a Program Liaison at Elevate K-12, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she manages online learning across six school districts, supporting multiple teachers in their daily instruction. She monitors instructional pacing and measures program success using both quantitative and qualitative metrics. Her responsibilities include ensuring effective communication and collaboration between the organization and its school partners.
Experience in Content Writing
Samantha has worked as a Content Writer at Six Red Marbles since 2022, contributing to educational materials for middle and high school students. She previously held a similar position at Nearpod for six months in 2022. As a published writer of young adult fiction, journalism, and social science content, she focuses on creating engaging and educational content tailored to young audiences.
Educational Background
Samantha holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Education and Sociology/Anthropology from Swarthmore College, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Secondary Education and Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education between 2013 and 2015. Additionally, she earned a Bilingual Extension from City University of New York-Herbert H. Lehman College in 2018, enhancing her expertise in bilingual education.
Teaching Experience
Samantha has a diverse teaching background, having served as a 6th Grade ELA Teacher and Team Leader at St. Hope Leadership Academy from 2014 to 2018 in Harlem, New York. She also taught 7th Grade Writing at Brooklyn Urban Garden Charter School (BUGS) from 2020 to 2022 in Brooklyn, New York. Her experience includes managing classroom dynamics and developing curriculum to support student learning.
Professional Achievements
In her role as a Program Liaison, Samantha achieved a 100% retention rate in managing school partnerships, overseeing the process from onboarding to renewal. This accomplishment reflects her commitment to fostering strong relationships with educational institutions and ensuring the success of collaborative initiatives.