Benjamin Matthew
East Lansing
Summary
I have experience working with children since 9th grade in roles such as babysitting, summer camps, and teaching. My passion for working with children has grown stronger over the years. My recent teaching experience has helped me hone my skills and developed confidence as an educator. I love to bring positive and nurturing energy to the classroom while setting meaningful goals for students. I am passionate about building strong and lasting relationships with the students I work with. I am willing to come in everyday and work hard for each student because that is what they deserve.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Hillcrest Elementary, State Street Elementary
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Student teaching Intern in both Lawrence, Kansas and Topeka, Kansas. The first semester of student teaching was from August through the end of October. The second semester of student teaching was from January through April. Ran a classroom of 20-25 students.
- Completed daily lesson plans for the entire day. Taught each subject throughout the day. Subjects include math, science, reading, writing, art, and social-emotional learning.
- Created lesson plans based on school and state standards. Catered specifically to student needs and learning abilities. Ran many small group sessions in both math and reading. Created lessons based on reading and math levels.
- Worked with my clinical supervisor to see how I could revise lessons to continue progressing.
- Attended after-school activities which included sporting events, plays, and STEAM nights. Collaborated with other teachers and shared ideas and lessons that could benefit students.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
STEP Academy
08.2023 - 05.2025
- I worked at a charter school called STEP Academy. This was a 100% Muslim and Somali school. I worked with 21 students my first year and 16 my second year. My job was to Implement differentiated instruction that helped meet individual student needs. This at times was challenging with a student body of over 50% ELL students.
- I was able to guide the learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
- Poor behavior was a big challenge the school faced. I was able to manage classroom behavior through strong and consistent expectations, clear rules, and motivation based rewards.
- You cannot have strong classroom management without building a positive environment first. I was able to do this through open and honest communication. Along with building a level of respect for both students and staff. Pushing community driven messages.
Education
Bachelors - Elementary Education
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS08.2023
Skills
- Motivating Students
- Differentiated Instruction
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management
- Effective Listening
- Creative Instruction Style
- Behavior Management
- Faculty Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Management
- Positive Atmosphere Promotion
- Positive Student Engagement
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
STEP Academy
08.2023 - 05.2025
Intern
Hillcrest Elementary, State Street Elementary
08.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelors - Elementary Education
University of Kansas
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