Carmen Bento
821 W 9th St, Marion, IN * (765) 661-6565 * carmen.bento@yahoo.com
Summary of Qualifications
A dedicated and energetic newly licensed elementary school teacher with five year of experience as a computer lab specialist. Experienced in using technology to enhance and build student understanding of multiple content areas. Well versed in creating and adapting curriculum to fit individual student needs. Skilled in collaborating with multiple staff members to build a team atmosphere..
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) Anticipated Graduation May 2016
Western Governors University-Indiana, Indianapolis, IN
Licensure
Elementary Generalist (K-6) May 2016
- Educational Technology Integration
- Differentiation of Instructional Methods
- Multicultural Education
- Teacher and Parent Collaboration
- Classroom Management Practices
- Interdisciplinary Planning
Demonstration Teaching, Frances Slocum Elementary, Marion, IN January-May 2016
- Assumed all teacher responsibilities under direct supervision
- Worked with Host Teacher and Clinical Supervisor to improve my teaching skills in areas such as:
- classroom management
- assessment strategies
- lesson planning and presentation
Computer Lab Specialist, John W Kendall Elementary, Marion, IN 2010-2015
- Prepared and taught daily lesson plans for technology instruction for K-4th grade students.
- Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
- Helped implement and oversee online ISTEP testing.
- Participated on the Kendall Elementary School Improvement Plan Committee.
Substitute Teacher, Marion Community Schools, Marion, IN 2009-2010
- Encouraged students to be understanding of and helpful to others.
- Followed classroom teachers lesson and classroom management plans when available.
- Interacted with students in multiple ways throughout the day to keep them engaged.
Education Assistant, Marion Community Schools, Marion, IN 2008-2009
- Assisted 3 to 5 children per station during small group learning periods.
- Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
PTO Vice President, John W Kendall Elementary, Marion, IN 2008-2014
- Assisted in organizing and implementing school wide activities such as Spring Carnival and Santa Shop
- Worked with parent and teacher volunteers and community members to improve school moral.
- Ran the school box tops program, organizing contests and collecting and preparing box tops for submission.
- Assisted with various school fundraisers to raise funds for needed school supplies and resources.
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