Natalie Benton
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Elementary School Teacher with a proven track record at Douglas County School System, enhancing student learning through technology integration and fostering critical thinking. Excelled in building relationships and classroom management, contributing significantly to school-wide achievement improvements. Skilled in Google Applications and adept at collaborative teamwork. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Douglas County School System
07.2005 - 05.2024
- Taught 4th and 5th grades, 2005-2012.
- Gifted teacher grades 1-5, 2012-2024
- Taught grades 1-5 STEM, 2020-2024.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Elementary School Teacher
Cobb County School System
03.1996 - 07.2005
- Taught core subjects of reading, language arts, math, science, technology, and history in 4th and 5th grades.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Integrating Technology in The Classroom
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN06-2008
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma Initial Teacher Cert. - Elementary Education
Kennesaw State College
Kennesaw12-1995
Master of Arts - Art
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL04-1984
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Technology Integration
- Proficient in Google Applications and Microsoft Word
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Douglas County School System
07.2005 - 05.2024
Elementary School Teacher
Cobb County School System
03.1996 - 07.2005
Master of Arts - Integrating Technology in The Classroom
Walden University
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma Initial Teacher Cert. - Elementary Education
Kennesaw State College
Master of Arts - Art
Jacksonville State University
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