Samantha Gadsden
Head of Learning Services
After nearly 15 years teaching in day and boarding schools across Massachusetts and Connecticut, Samantha joined Sasco River in 2022 as a Learning/Executive Functions Coach, eventually stepping into the role of Head of Learning Services. She partners with students to build confidence, develop effective learning strategies, and achieve their academic and personal goals. Samantha’s practice is grounded in the belief that every learner has unique strengths and challenges, and she works to help students discover what learning looks like for them. Through this personalized approach, students gain independence and the tools to succeed on their own terms.
- Taught middle and high school English, history, public speaking, theater, and academic skills in boarding and day schools in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
- Developed student-focused programs to enhance organization, study skills, and time management.
- Served as an International Student Coordinator, supporting students new to the U.S. as they acclimated academically, socially, and culturally to their school environment.
- Samantha has been at Sasco River since 2022 and has supported individuals in 5th grade- adult.
- Writing (expository and creative)
- Study skills and effective learning strategies
- Organization and time management
- Habit building for academics and life
- Public speaking and presentation skills
Samantha believes that learning works best when strategies fit each student’s unique strengths and daily life. She sees that when students become aware of how they learn and build their executive function skills around that, they naturally grow in confidence and take charge of their own learning. Her goal is to help every student feel capable, independent, and supported as they navigate school and beyond.
Along with her work in the learning services department, Samantha supports Sasco’s marketing efforts, including running social media!