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Jeanell Benson

Dacula,GA

Summary

Compassionate and creative Early Childcare Professional, specializing in curriculum development, interactive learning, and classroom management. Proven track record of building strong relationships with children and families. Adept at leading education teams and providing coaching and mentorship.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher/Curriculum Coordinator/Asst. Director

Kiddie Academy
Dacula, USA
03.2023 - 09.2024
  • Promoted after 8 months for superior performance.
  • Designed age- and developmentally-appropriate curriculum for children aged 6 months to 12.
  • Managed staff, conducted performance assessments, and trainings.
  • Assessed student development and learning, both formally and informally.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.

ParaProfessional

Dacula Middle School
Dacula, USA
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Worked in one-on-one and small groups with 6th-grade students who have a variety of special needs.
  • Served as a mentor and mediator for students with special needs (emotional and behavioral).
  • Participated in team meetings and parent-teacher conferences to collaborate on student progress.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.

Assistant and Lead Teacher

Thomas County Head Start
Thomasville, USA
03.2007 - 12.2013
  • Utilized the High Scope curriculum, which involved weekly physical changes to the classroom.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when needed to motivate students during learning tasks.
  • Assessed student learning and development, both formally and informally.
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, mental, social and emotional growth of the preschoolers.
  • Participated in parent and teacher conferences as necessary to discuss student progress.

Education

BS - Early Childhood Education

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2024

Skills

  • Curriculum Development and Implementation
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Family involvement
  • Child Development
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Alternative Learning Methods

Certification

  • 40 HR Director Training for Franchised Centers, 12/23
  • CPR and First Aid, 06/23
  • ParaProfessional Certification, 07/22

Timeline

Lead Teacher/Curriculum Coordinator/Asst. Director

Kiddie Academy
03.2023 - 09.2024

ParaProfessional

Dacula Middle School
07.2022 - 03.2023

Assistant and Lead Teacher

Thomas County Head Start
03.2007 - 12.2013

BS - Early Childhood Education

Walden University
Jeanell Benson