Jenna Bennett
Seymour
Summary
Hardworking and passionate person with strong organizational skills eager to secure my first teaching position as a math teacher. I want to help students develop a love for math and the confidence to try and complete difficult tasks/problems.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Grade 8 Math
Hamden Middle School
11.2024 - Current
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Gymnastics Teacher
Just Tumble
04.2023 - Current
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
- Instructed new faculty and instructors on practices and guidelines.
- Collaborated with coaches, students, and administrators to run high-quality program.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve technique and performance.
Preschool/Daycare Teacher
Little Steps
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Once Upon a Time Daycare
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
Math Tutor
Southern Connecticut State University
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
- Utilized diverse teaching strategies and resources to help students better understand math concepts.
- Created and shared math resources and materials to boost student comprehension.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Math Education
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2025
Skills
- First aid and CPR certified
- Classroom management techniques
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Google classroom
- Google Slides
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Math certification grades 7-12 (029) Pending graduation
Timeline
Student Teacher, Grade 8 Math
Hamden Middle School
11.2024 - Current
Gymnastics Teacher
Just Tumble
04.2023 - Current
Preschool/Daycare Teacher
Little Steps
01.2023 - 08.2023
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Once Upon a Time Daycare
02.2021 - 02.2023
Math Tutor
Southern Connecticut State University
08.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Math Education
Southern Connecticut State University
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