Crystal Benton
Avondale,AZ
Summary
Flexible and proactive leader with managerial and administrative experience in diverse settings. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement; specializing in English Language Arts and Structured English Immersion for students of all academic proficiency levels. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Avondale Elementary School District
2016.12 - 2023.05
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies, including implementing a new curriculum that increased rigor, student interest, and accessibility for students.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement through individualized conferencing sessions to promote student ownership of learning.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and incorporating accommodations for English Learners and students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
- Coached and evaluated student teachers and career teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization to improve the academic success and growth of all students.
- Participated and led in summer leadership programs, department meetings, and professional development sessions to provide input to colleagues, administration, and district leaders about student achievement and improvement.
Paraprofessional/Emergency Substitute Teacher
Avondale Elementary School District
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
Chaplain Assistant
United States Air Force
2001.10 - 2014.08
- Managed training and Quality Assurance program. Authored and reviewed contingency and training operations instructions, decreasing audit discrepancies by 98%. Developed new tracking program; increasing employee training success.
- Managed administrative support for Chaplain's office at numerous locations around the world. Supervised support staff. Interviewed and evaluated contract and volunteer applicants. Advised Senior leaders and conducted briefings for thousands of military personnel. Briefed executive chiefs and officers in the Pentagon on key issues within organizations, influencing future policies and organizations.
- Managed financial resources for multiple unit organizations. Administered over $560k annual budgets; networked with contracting officers and vendors. Supervised and trained employees on financial policies and responsibilities.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations with military personnel and their families while maintaining confidentiality.
Supply Technician
United States Air Force
1998.07 - 2001.10
- Worked and communicated with clients and customers, adapting to expectations and providing quality goods and supplies on consistent basis.
- Determined causes of discrepancies to make appropriate adjustments to correct inventory records and documents.
- Managed multi-million dollar inventory levels to support key military missions around the world.
- Instructed and managed Government Purchase Card Program for employees.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - University College
Hyattsville, MD05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Social Services
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2010
Skills
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Administration
- Management
- Customer Service
- Behavioral Skills Development
Accomplishments
- Awarded Westside Impact Teacher of the Year in April 2020 for outstanding contributions throughout the school year.
- Received Air Force Commendation medal for outstanding performances throughout my military career.
- Given the Humanitarian Service Medal for quick responses and sustained support during a rapid deployment in support of the Tsunami relief of 2005 in Thailand.
- Granted the Joint Service Commendation Medal for enhancing relations between U.S. and International forces during deployed operations.
Certification
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance from Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Elementary Teacher Certification from Arizona Department of Education
- TESOL Certified
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher
Avondale Elementary School District
2016.12 - 2023.05
Paraprofessional/Emergency Substitute Teacher
Avondale Elementary School District
2016.01 - 2016.12
Chaplain Assistant
United States Air Force
2001.10 - 2014.08
Supply Technician
United States Air Force
1998.07 - 2001.10
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - University College
Associate of Applied Science - Social Services
Community College of The Air Force
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance from Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Elementary Teacher Certification from Arizona Department of Education
- TESOL Certified
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