Jessica Bonnin

Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.

11/2022-11/2027, Indiana Department of Education, State of Indiana Professional Educators License, 10068710

CPR Certified 

• 02/2014, 05/2014, Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory High school, Carmel, IN, Student Teacher, Observed a cooperating teacher and later was able to implement the various methodologies and practices I learned in her classroom. I had the opportunity to create three different thematic units according to state and national standards. I was given the opportunity to take over the classroom on various different occasions and employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Tutored children individually and in small groups to help them with difficult subjects. Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects. Implemented a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
• 01/2013, 03/2013, Brandywine Jr/Sr High school, Niles, MI, Student Teacher, Accepted coaching from fellow teachers and administrators and immediately incorporated feedback. Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions. Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards. Took appropriate disciplinary measures when students misbehaved. Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement. Established positive relationships with students, fellow teachers and school administrators. Tutored children individually and in small groups to help them with difficult subjects. Set and communicated ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility. Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks. Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects. Implemented a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
• 01/2012, 05/2013, Rolling Prairie Elementary, Rolling Prairie, IN, Student Teacher, Observed the cooperating teacher and learned various methodologies on teaching English as a Second Language to elementary students. Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards. Took appropriate disciplinary measures when students misbehaved. Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement. Established positive relationships with students, fellow teachers and school administrators. Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks. Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
• 02/2011, 05/2011, Center for Cross Cultural Studies, Seville, Seville, Student Teacher, Spent a semester observing in an elementary level English as a Second Language classroom in Seville, Spain. Planned and taught a few lesson plans. Learned many new teaching techniques and methodologies. Gained an insight into the Spanish culture and how students in another country learn a new language and the struggles they faced.

Licensed Spanish Teacher 5-12

Licensed English as a New Language Teacher P-12

CPR Certified