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Carol Bennett

Yorktown,VA

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Newport News Public School District, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Championed project-based learning, significantly enhancing student engagement and comprehension. A dedicated mentor, I foster open communication with parents, ensuring a supportive environment for academic and emotional growth. Proficient in lesson planning and critical thinking.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher Preschool -4th Grade

Newport News Public School Dst
Newport New, Virginia
08.1989 - 07.2019
  • 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.

Elementary Lead Teacher

Newport News Public School Dst
Newport News, Virginia
08.1994 - 08.2008
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing hands-on learning activities and interactive teaching methods.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and collaborating with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on educational research and best practices.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering support during their transition into the profession.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Increased parent involvement by fostering strong relationships and maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Championed project-based learning within the school community, resulting in increased student motivation and deeper understanding of course material.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - NK-4th Grade Early Childhood Education

Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
05-1989

Skills

  • Classroom management -organizational skills
  • Relationship building- developed positive and caring atmosphere
  • Critical thinking-Planning instruction
  • Parent-teacher communication via phone, email or in person
  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Utilized Smartboard technology -integrated lessons and hands on activities
  • Have experience with Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Canva programs
  • Maintaining records
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Accomplishments

  • Received commendation from Newport News Public School principal for successfully working with students with behavior problems.
  • Received Teacher of the Year -Epes Elementary School
  • Lead Teacher- implemented The National JASON Project with Bob Ballard - Titanic Discovery
  • Lead Teacher - implemented the Project Wild with Virginia Living Museum
  • Lead Teacher- Implemented the multiage program for 2nd 3rd grade
  • ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented division-wide curriculum framework for K-5.
  • Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
  • Data Organization - Organized scores of over 25 students into online database for parents' immediate access.

Timeline

Elementary Lead Teacher

Newport News Public School Dst
08.1994 - 08.2008

Teacher Preschool -4th Grade

Newport News Public School Dst
08.1989 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - NK-4th Grade Early Childhood Education

Christopher Newport University

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