Samantha Martin

Samantha Martin previously taught Humanities at Town School For Boys in San Francisco. She left the big city for small-town Ojai in 2021 and currently serves as the Sixth Grade Language Arts teacher and librarian for all grades at the Lower Campus. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Central American Studies from CSU Northridge. When she’s not in the classroom, she often can be found walking along the Ventura River with her dogs.

Why I teach at OVS

OVS values every student for their own skills and passions. Each student gets to follow their own path, and gets to know themselves and develop their character along the way.

Career experiences that enhance how and what I teach

One of the most fun experiences I’ve had as a librarian was going to the Ventura County Library and Literacy Day event. I met with other librarians in our community and found new ways to make reading books more fun!

Favorite book and why

My favorite book is The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom. It’s a book that you do not read, you consume. It makes you think and sticks with you for days!

Adjectives that best describe my teaching style

Compassionate, authentic, and inclusive.

On my bucket list for professional growth

If I could do anything to grow professionally I would love to become a certified mindfulness teacher and implement my knowledge in my classroom.