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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Awards
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Austin Bende'

Decatur,GA

Summary

Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Dekalb County Schools
07.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Substitute Teacher

Gwinnett County Schools
03.2020 - 05.2023
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching, Concentration - Social Studies Education

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
08-2025

Bachelor of Arts - History, M. Urban Education

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
12-2019

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student-centered learning
  • Technology integration
  • Project-based learning
  • Student rapport
  • Cultural sensitivity

Accomplishments

  • Served as Content-Lead for a newly introduced CTAE course at Stone Mountain High School
  • Selected by students as Teacher of the Day during Stone Mountain High School's Teacher Appreciation Week

Certification

  • Certified Teacher in the State of Georgia
  • Certified to teach U.S. & World History

Awards

  • Certificate of Recognition - Office of Parent Liaison, Stone Mountain High School
  • MAP Mountain Mover - Over 50% of Students Saw Reading Growth, Stone Mountain High School
  • GACE U.S. & World History Scores Passed at Professional Level

Timeline

Teacher

Dekalb County Schools
07.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Gwinnett County Schools
03.2020 - 05.2023

Master of Arts - Teaching, Concentration - Social Studies Education

Georgia State University

Bachelor of Arts - History, M. Urban Education

Georgia State University
Austin Bende'