Benjamin W.S. Fortson
Miami
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (Middle School; Social Studies, Science)
Miami-Dade Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Substitute Teacher/ Interventionist
Miami-Dade Public Schools
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Family Support Specialist
Urban Strategies
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided residents with specified assistance in the areas of career finding, home maintenance
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Used interactive visuals and static worksheets to teach each student algebra and writing techniques.
Sound Team Leader
City Lift Church
05.2020 - Current
- Help to maintain a fluid and effective service
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Education
BA - Communication Arts
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2020
Associate of Science - Hospitality
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL08-2013
Skills
- Messaging and speechwriting
- Strategy implementation
- Advertising and marketing
- Internal communications
- Data Analysis
- Social media management
Degrees
- BA in Communication Arts, 2020
- Certificate in Global Media Communications, 2020
- Certified Public Notary
- Substitute Teaching Certificate
- Teachers Certificate (Social Science 5-9)
Certification
- Global Media Communications
(Florida International University)
- Digital Media Marketing
(Miami-Dade College)
Timeline
Teacher (Middle School; Social Studies, Science)
Miami-Dade Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher/ Interventionist
Miami-Dade Public Schools
08.2022 - 09.2023
Family Support Specialist
Urban Strategies
07.2020 - 08.2022
Sound Team Leader
City Lift Church
05.2020 - Current
BA - Communication Arts
Florida International University
Associate of Science - Hospitality
Miami Dade College
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