Resume
Jennifer L. Benninghoff
9052 Corsair Pl.
Dallas, TX 75218
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Email: Jennifer.B------------
Summary: Innovative, hard-working professional who optimizes classroom learning by creating an environment where students learn through effective differentiation and engaging lessons which build critical thinking, creativity, and cooperation.
Education:
Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction, ESL concentration
Texas Institute for Teacher Education Dallas, TX
ESL Generalist EC-6 Teaching Certification
Baylor University, B.A. Intensive International Studies Waco, TX
Phi Beta Kappa
Cum Laude
Work Experience:
Hillside Academy for Excellence Dallas, TX
Third Grade Teacher----Aug 2016-May 2019
Create and implement science and social studies lessons using
STEM investigations, experience based learning projects, and technology.
Communicate effectively with parents, students, and fellow staff to create a positive learning environment and alignment with state directed learning goals.
Assisted in majority 2017-2018 magnate students achieving “Masters” status on STAAR assessment tests.
Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX
Assistant Camp Supervisor ----May 2016-Aug 2016
Implemented teacher training course to equip DBU students with basic EFL teaching strategies.
Supervised instruction of student teachers during the three week EFL camp.
Provided daily feedback and assistance to student teachers as they experienced the daily challenges of teaching elementary foreign language students.
Green Planet/All Saints Episcopal School Fort Worth, TX
Residential Coordinator/ESL Teacher—Aug-Dec 2013
Managed productive living situation for a group of Chinese high school exchange students through frequent communication with the host families and home visits.
Taught ESL course for the students in order to support their academic success in the exchange program.
Chungdahm Institute Pyeongtaek, S. Korea
English Instructor—July 2012-July 2013
Taught ESL to ages 6-15 at various levels of English competency.
Focused on building critical and creative thinking skills for the purpose of increasing reading comprehension.
Taught writing, skimming, scanning, and the organizational pattern of expository texts.
Harmony Science Academy Waco, TX
Long Term Substitute - April-June 2011
Preparing lesson plans, administering tests, and managing classroom discipline for fifth grade science and ninth grade biology.
Communicating with parents and staff to create an environment of accountability and success .
Skills:
Gifted and Talented Certification
Teaching ESL Certification
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Applications
Learning Centers
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Innovative, Hard-working, and Efficient
Activities:
Campus Improvement Plan Committee Aug 2018-May 2019
Analyzing campus data, creating five year goals, helping with implementation of campus goals.
Science Fair Committee Chair Aug 2018-May 2019
Create science fair committee to organize first campus wide science fair, create a timeline and support materials for teachers, monitor second-fourth grade participation, assist in final judging of participants.
Parent University Committee Member 2017
WatchDog Committee Member 2018
House Committee Member (A Student Volunteer Initiative) 2019
Volunteer Work:
Discovery Dallas Volunteer
Mentor small group through a series of personal development courses.
Culture Group Leader at Family Abuse Center
Preparing weekly presentations and craft activities on various cultures for children ages 7-13
Jennifer L. Benninghoff
9052 Corsair Pl.
Dallas, TX 75218
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Email: Jennifer.B------------
Summary: Innovative, hard-working professional who optimizes classroom learning by creating an environment where students learn through effective differentiation and engaging lessons which build critical thinking, creativity, and cooperation.
Education:
Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction, ESL concentration
Texas Institute for Teacher Education Dallas, TX
ESL Generalist EC-6 Teaching Certification
Baylor University, B.A. Intensive International Studies Waco, TX
Phi Beta Kappa
Cum Laude
Work Experience:
Hillside Academy for Excellence Dallas, TX
Third Grade Teacher----Aug 2016-May 2019
Create and implement science and social studies lessons using
STEM investigations, experience based learning projects, and technology.
Communicate effectively with parents, students, and fellow staff to create a positive learning environment and alignment with state directed learning goals.
Assisted in majority 2017-2018 magnate students achieving “Masters” status on STAAR assessment tests.
Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX
Assistant Camp Supervisor ----May 2016-Aug 2016
Implemented teacher training course to equip DBU students with basic EFL teaching strategies.
Supervised instruction of student teachers during the three week EFL camp.
Provided daily feedback and assistance to student teachers as they experienced the daily challenges of teaching elementary foreign language students.
Green Planet/All Saints Episcopal School Fort Worth, TX
Residential Coordinator/ESL Teacher—Aug-Dec 2013
Managed productive living situation for a group of Chinese high school exchange students through frequent communication with the host families and home visits.
Taught ESL course for the students in order to support their academic success in the exchange program.
Chungdahm Institute Pyeongtaek, S. Korea
English Instructor—July 2012-July 2013
Taught ESL to ages 6-15 at various levels of English competency.
Focused on building critical and creative thinking skills for the purpose of increasing reading comprehension.
Taught writing, skimming, scanning, and the organizational pattern of expository texts.
Harmony Science Academy Waco, TX
Long Term Substitute - April-June 2011
Preparing lesson plans, administering tests, and managing classroom discipline for fifth grade science and ninth grade biology.
Communicating with parents and staff to create an environment of accountability and success .
Skills:
Gifted and Talented Certification
Teaching ESL Certification
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Applications
Learning Centers
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Innovative, Hard-working, and Efficient
Activities:
Campus Improvement Plan Committee Aug 2018-May 2019
Analyzing campus data, creating five year goals, helping with implementation of campus goals.
Science Fair Committee Chair Aug 2018-May 2019
Create science fair committee to organize first campus wide science fair, create a timeline and support materials for teachers, monitor second-fourth grade participation, assist in final judging of participants.
Parent University Committee Member 2017
WatchDog Committee Member 2018
House Committee Member (A Student Volunteer Initiative) 2019
Volunteer Work:
Discovery Dallas Volunteer
Mentor small group through a series of personal development courses.
Culture Group Leader at Family Abuse Center
Preparing weekly presentations and craft activities on various cultures for children ages 7-13