Benjamin Welch
Portland,ME
Summary
Versatile professional experienced in special education and sailing instruction. Known for strong team collaboration and effective communication, ready to leverage expertise in program development and safety management to enhance participant engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach / Instructor
SailMaine
Portland, Maine
08.2019 - Current
- Designed training programs to enhance skills and engagement of youth sailing participants.
- Instruct beginners to advanced sailors in safe, supportive environments.
- Facilitated team-building activities to foster collaboration and trust among participants.
- Coordinate schedules for sailing lessons and practice sessions with staff and participants.
- Monitor participant progress and provide constructive feedback on sailing skills.
- Liaised with parents, administrators, and officials to ensure clear communication regarding team activities and participant progress.
Special Education Technician III
South Portland Middle School
South Portland, Maine
08.2019 - 12.2025
- Supported students with special needs in academic and social situations.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt lessons for diverse learning styles.
- Assisted in implementing Individualized Education Plans for students.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement strategies.
- Helped develop behavior management systems for students with special needs.
- Provided support during school events including field trips and assemblies.
- Monitored students during both classroom activities and recess periods.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and other professionals regarding student progress.
- Prepared necessary resources to support classroom activities. necessary for successful implementation of IEPs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05-2020
Skills
- Sailing instruction
- Training program development
- Safety management
- Performance monitoring
- Scheduling coordination
- Team collaboration
- Youth development
Timeline
Coach / Instructor
SailMaine
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Technician III
South Portland Middle School
08.2019 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Southern Maine