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Benjamin Burnham

Benjamin Burnham

Jewett City,CT

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

GCU Technical Support

Grand Canyon Education
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
  • Managed high levels of call flow and responded to technical support needs.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
  • Installed and configured applications.
  • Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
  • Offered assistance in implementing and developing training programs.

GCU Esport Facility Worker

Grand Canyon University
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Set up and broke down events.
  • Reported issues to management to reduce safety concerns.
  • Secured records and storage to comply with procedures.
  • Restocked fridges and desks or other common areas to maintain adequate supplies.
  • Maintained incoming and outgoing shipments to facilitate operations.
  • Organized and maintained inventory of spare parts and equipment consumables.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Refurbished PC systems and peripherals such as monitors, peripherals, components and more.
  • Set up and maintained user accounts and client access.
  • Performed installation, maintenance and repair for complex internal computer hardware and various software applications.
  • Completed routine and complex software installations, assisting users of various levels of computer sophistication in operation of new and existing software.
  • Performed troubleshooting to correct computer hardware and software malfunctions.
  • Maintained excellent customer service and positive attitude.
  • Provided exceptional customer service and addressed customer inquiries.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to determine strategies for improving customer service.
  • Managed and prioritized customer service requests to achieve prompt resolution.
  • Directed cleaning, restocking, and customer service activities.
  • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.

Wolverines Forward AfterSchool Instructor

Griswold Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Substitute Paraprofessional

Griswold Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material.
  • Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Software Development

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
04.2025

High School Diploma -

Madras Highschool
Madras, Oregon
04.2019

Skills

  • Classroom Supervision
  • Lesson development
  • Material Preparation
  • Disability Awareness
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Student Learning Support
  • Social integration
  • Excellent customer service
  • Customer service orientation
  • Customer Service and Communication Skills
  • Effective customer service
  • Call Center Customer Service

Software

Microsoft Suite

C#

Java / Spring

Angular / React

Cloud Computing

Git

MySql

Mongo / NoSql

Interests

Technology: Skilled at adapting to new technologies and integrating them into practical applications through years of self-taught experiences with a variety of tech relating to other interests or for my career

Gaming and Collaboration: Enjoys strategic and collaborative gaming, which enhances teamwork, effective communication, and problem-solving skills

Creative Works: Engaged in hands-on creative activities like painting, fostering creativity and practical problem-solving

Internet Trends: Interested in the latest digital trends and online innovations, with a focus on their impact on various fields

Timeline

Substitute Paraprofessional

Griswold Elementary School
01.2024 - Current

Wolverines Forward AfterSchool Instructor

Griswold Elementary School
08.2023 - Current

GCU Esport Facility Worker

Grand Canyon University
08.2021 - 08.2023

GCU Technical Support

Grand Canyon Education
01.2020 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Software Development

Grand Canyon University

High School Diploma -

Madras Highschool
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