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Erika  Bennett

Erika Bennett

Bowling Green,KY

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Paraeducator at Jody Richards Elementary School, skilled in instructional adaptation and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance social skills development and foster positive learning outcomes through personalized strategies. Adept at data collection to track student progress and inform educational practices.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraeducator, Special Education

Jody Richards Elementary School
09.2025 - Current
  • Developed accessible visual aids for complex concepts, improving comprehension for diverse learners in the classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.

Education Internship Student

National Corvette Museum
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Gained practical experience in various aspects of the field, applying academic knowledge to real-world situations.
  • Assisted colleagues in their tasks when needed, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new concepts and techniques as required for different assignments within the program.

Barista

Coffee Central
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communication

Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, Kentucky, KY
05-2025

Graduated with Honors

A member of Delta Zeta Sorority

Skills

  • Instructional adaptation
  • Emotional support
  • Social skills development
  • Classroom support
  • Data collection
  • Collaboration
  • Decision-making
  • Activity management

Timeline

Paraeducator, Special Education - Jody Richards Elementary School
09.2025 - Current
Education Internship Student - National Corvette Museum
01.2025 - 07.2025
Barista - Coffee Central
10.2023 - 12.2024
Western Kentucky University - Bachelor of Arts, Strategic Communication
Erika Bennett