Amanda Bennett
Grand Blanc
Summary
My objective is to find a full time teaching position in a school where I can positively impact the life of a student and their family.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Kindercare Early Learning Center
Fenton, Michigan
07.2011 - 07.2013
Elementary Teacher
Charis Christian Academy
Charleston, Illinois
07.2015 - 02.2017
- Planned and implemented lesson plans for students from first through fifth grade for all academic areas.
Pre-K Teacher
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Charleston, Illinois
07.2011 - 07.2013
Member Service Desk Associate, Youth Development Coordinator
Mattoon YMCA
Mattoon, Illinois
02.2012 - 02.2013
- I was responsible for hiring all staff for the before and after school program, as well as the summer camp program
- I designed engaged summer camp curriculum
- I was responsible for all private billing as well state subsidy
- I helped develop and design an evening youth program allowing the youth a safe place to go and hang out while their parents worked out
Part-time Pre-K Teacher
Martinsville Elementary School
Martinsville, Illinois
12.2010 - 08.2010
Marshall Project H.E.L.P. Teacher
Eastern Illinois Area of Special Education
Charleston, Illinois
08.2008 - 08.2010
4 year old Preschool teacher
Immanuel Lutheran Early Childhood Center
Charleston, Illinois
08.2005 - 08.2008
Lead GSRP Teacher
World of Wonder
Fenton, MI
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for large and small groups.
- Collaborated with other teachers within the classroom on lesson plans, notes and curriculum needs.
- Fostered a positive relationship with families and students in and out of the classroom.
- Developed a positive leadership community within the classroom for my students to believe in themselves and begin to understand they are part of a bigger community.
- I was named everyday educator for the tri-county times.
Education
Lower Elementary Certification Pre-k Through 2nd - Elementary Education
Michigan State Board of Education
Michigan 03-2026
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL12-2008
Bachelors of Science in Education - Early Childhood education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois05-2005
Bachelor of Science in Education - Early Childhood Education
Greenville College
Greenville, Illinois05-2003
Associates in Applied Science - Childcare, Nanny Certification
Lake Land College
Mattoon, Illinois05-2002
Skills
- Multitasking
- Team Player- always willing to help other to make a peaceful atmosphere
- Positive Attitude- towards staff and student’s and work
- Organization: I like to keep a well organize classroom
- Mentor: I have a passion to mentor and help develop younger teachers
- Leadership: helping students learn leadership at an early age whether it be in sports or in academics
Timeline
Lead GSRP Teacher
World of Wonder
08.2024 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Charis Christian Academy
07.2015 - 02.2017
Member Service Desk Associate, Youth Development Coordinator
Mattoon YMCA
02.2012 - 02.2013
Pre-K Teacher
Kindercare Early Learning Center
07.2011 - 07.2013
Pre-K Teacher
Cornerstone Christian Academy
07.2011 - 07.2013
Part-time Pre-K Teacher
Martinsville Elementary School
12.2010 - 08.2010
Marshall Project H.E.L.P. Teacher
Eastern Illinois Area of Special Education
08.2008 - 08.2010
4 year old Preschool teacher
Immanuel Lutheran Early Childhood Center
08.2005 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science in Education - Early Childhood Education
Greenville College
Associates in Applied Science - Childcare, Nanny Certification
Lake Land College
Lower Elementary Certification Pre-k Through 2nd - Elementary Education
Michigan State Board of Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelors of Science in Education - Early Childhood education
Eastern Illinois University