Sam Servellon

Sam Servellon they/she

PhD Student in Educational Studies

Professional Experience

Insurance Data Analyst

National Indemnity Company, Omaha, NE

May 2022 - Present

  • Develop and maintain PC program applications using spreadsheet and database software
  • Compile, review, analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial and insurance information
  • Coordinate communication of accounting and financial statement information
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of downloaded PC databases from mainframe computer systems
  • Respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors regarding financial transactions, balances, and procedures

Adjunct Faculty

Seton Hill University, Greensburg, PA

January 2023 - Present

  • Development and instruction of various computer science courses for online delivery to both traditional and non-traditional students
  • Spring 2023 - SCS 141: Mobile Application Development (Xcode)
  • Fall 2023 - SCS 297: Advanced Database Systems
  • Spring 2024 & Spring 2025 - SBU 324: Management Information Systems

Math Teacher

Ralston Public Schools, Omaha, NE

August 2018 - May 2022

  • Utilized multiple assessment strategies to measure student learning
  • Incorporated technology such as mobile devices, Chromebooks, and DESMOS to enhance instruction
  • Developed meaningful relationships with students and staff
  • Updated and revised the Algebra 1 curriculum to align with state standards
  • Co-taught EL and SPED math classes
  • Developed tools to gather student feedback to inform instructional decisions
  • Taught remote learning students during the 2020-2021 school year and developed tools to suit the unique needs of remote learners

Summer School Teacher

Bellevue Public Schools, Bellevue, NE

June 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021

  • Created student directed materials for students needing credit recovery for geometry
  • Collaborated with regular staff to ensure all key standards were met
  • Provided self-paced, differentiated instruction to students

Assistant Director

Huntington Learning Center, Omaha, NE

July 2017 - March 2018

  • Managed front end administrative office
  • Hired, trained, scheduled and supervised part-time teachers
  • Reviewed student programs and ensured academic achievement
  • Participated in local marketing activities to help grow center's tutoring and test prep business

CADRE Teacher

University of Nebraska at Omaha and OPS, Omaha, NE

June 2016 - August 2017

  • Utilized multiple assessment strategies to aid instruction and measure student learning
  • Incorporated technology such as mobile devices and Smart Board to enhance instruction
  • Developed curriculum for a hybrid pre-algebra and Algebra 1 course for advanced 7th graders
  • Collaborated with other math teachers to create meaningful activities

Education

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

PhD in Educational Studies

Specialization: Innovative Learning Technologies

Certificate: Mixed Methods Research

Anticipated Graduation: Spring 2026

Doane University

Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction

Endorsement in Social Emotional Learning

2022

Concordia University

ELL Endorsement

2020

University of Nebraska at Omaha

Master of Science in Secondary Education

Concentration in STEM

2017

University of Nebraska at Omaha

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Secondary Education

2016

University of Nebraska at Omaha

Master of Arts in Recreation Administration

2010

University of Dayton

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

2008