Jennifer Behning
Trevor
Summary
Education professional ready to bring my teaching experience to a new role. Skilled at creating engaging lesson plans and fostering positive classroom environment that encourages student learning and development. I have a strong foundation in fostering successfully implemented creative lesson plans that promoted student engagement and growth. Demonstrated ability in classroom management and curriculum development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Randall Consolidated School J1
Twin Lakes, WI
08.2024 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Wheatland Center School
Burlington, WI
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
Student Teacher
Trevor Wilmot Grade School
Trevor, WI
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Created differentiated lesson plans to support the common core curriculum and 3rd grade state standards
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs
- Attended in-services, workshops, and seminars
Transition Job Coach
Warren Township High School District 121
Gurnee, IL
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Implemented strategies to foster client's abilities, increasing independence across settings
- Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision, and support to participants
- Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior, and social development
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional, and social growth
Paraprofessional
Warren Township High School District 121
Gurnee, IL
09.2013 - 08.2019
- Conferred with parents, teachers, and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology and assistance accessing facilities
- Assisted participants in achieving highest level of independent functioning while receiving services
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education and Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07.2023
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
Certification
Bachelor of Arts, Special Education and Elementary Education (Dual Licensure), 07/23
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Randall Consolidated School J1
08.2024 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Wheatland Center School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Student Teacher
Trevor Wilmot Grade School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Transition Job Coach
Warren Township High School District 121
09.2019 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional
Warren Township High School District 121
09.2013 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education and Elementary Education
Western Governors University