Kelli Benson
Palm Beach Gardens
Summary
With a proven track record at Parents Educating Children (PEC) and Classical Conversations (CC), I excel at reconciling financial statements, enhancing educational outcomes, and effectively communicating with both colleagues and students. My expertise in attention to detail and interpersonal skills has significantly improved organizational performance and fostered strong relationships. Achievements include successful budget management and enriched student learning experiences.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasurer
Parents Educating Children (PEC)
05.2020 - Current
- PEC board member and co-head of prom committee.
- Planned and managed annual budgets, tracked expenses, kept records accurate and current, and investigated discrepancies to maintain optimal controls.
- Managed cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operations, safeguarding against financial shortfalls.
- Support, encourage, communicate, and coordinate events involving over 400 families.
Homeschool Educator
Homeschooling
09.2013 - Current
- Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging discussions and inquiry-based learning techniques.
- Established clear objectives, routines, and procedures for all lessons, units, and projects, resulting in measurable improvements in student progress.
- Supported social development through group activities such as co-op classes or community service projects within the homeschool community.
- Organized field trips and enrichment activities, enhancing real-world understanding of academic concepts.
- Managed record-keeping and documentation requirements, maintaining accurate records of student performance and progress reports.
- Enhanced homeschool learning environment by incorporating individualized lesson plans tailored to each student's needs.
Challenge Director
Classical Conversations (CC)
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Served as a Challenge Director, facilitating a rigorous, Christ-centered academic program for middle and high school students.
- Responsibilities included leading class discussions, mentoring students in critical thinking and communication skills, supporting parents as primary educators, and managing administrative and community-building tasks.
- Guided students in discovering their unique place in the overarching story of mankind's search for knowledge and justice and the consequences of their choices.
- Fostered open communication channels and empowered students to voice their ideas.
Essentials Tutor
Classical Conversations (CC)
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Guided parents and students age 9-12 through the foundational principles of language structure and analysis, the structure and style of writing, and arithmetic speed and accuracy.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
Cardiac Sonographer
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
03.2007 - 03.2009
- Worked directly with doctors in high-stress, emergency situations when patients coded.
- Achieved greater diagnostic accuracy through close attention to detail when capturing precise measurements during echocardiograms.
- Educated patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
- Provided outstanding patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
- Established a positive rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
- Streamlined communication by effectively collaborating with cardiologists to discuss findings and develop treatment plans.
Cardiac Sonographer
St. Vincent Charity Hospital
10.2000 - 12.2006
- Achieved greater diagnostic accuracy through close attention to detail when capturing precise measurements during echocardiograms.
- Educated patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
- Provided outstanding patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
- Established a positive rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
- Assisted in the billing and scheduling process.
Cardiac Sonographer
Fisher-Titus Medical Center
10.1999 - 10.2000
- Achieved greater diagnostic accuracy through close attention to detail when capturing precise measurements during echocardiograms.
- Educated patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH01-1999
Associate of Arts - Education
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH01-1997
Timeline
Challenge Director
Classical Conversations (CC)
08.2022 - 04.2023
Treasurer
Parents Educating Children (PEC)
05.2020 - Current
Essentials Tutor
Classical Conversations (CC)
08.2017 - 04.2019
Homeschool Educator
Homeschooling
09.2013 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
03.2007 - 03.2009
Cardiac Sonographer
St. Vincent Charity Hospital
10.2000 - 12.2006
Cardiac Sonographer
Fisher-Titus Medical Center
10.1999 - 10.2000
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Cuyahoga Community College
Associate of Arts - Education
Cuyahoga Community College
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