Mara Benson Mehladybug@aol.com [Objective] To obtain a job as a first grade teacher.

[Experience] Coats Elementary Coats, NC - (Aug 2013 December 2013) Student Teacher in 1st Grade - Prepared full lesson plans. - Participated in Parent/Teacher conferences. - Observed Running Records and Spelling Inventory. - Taught 15 full days in the classroom Johnston Health Early Learning Center Smithfield, NC - Oct 2010 - April 2013) Teacher - Covered all classrooms from newborns through 4 year olds. - Covered the desk and administrative duties in place of director and assistant director. - Assisted with lesson plans and preparation of classrooms. Kiddie Kollege of Canterbury - Smithfield, NC - (Aug 2008- Oct 2010) Lead Teacher in After School Room - Make lesson plans for after school class. - Assist children with homework. - Create bulletin boards to decorate the classroom. - Promote peace and well-being in the classroom. West Clayton Elementary - Clayton, NC (2007 2010) Volunteer -Melanie Tiner- K-5 autistic classroom - Assisted in classroom doing varies activities. (Field Trips, Circle Time, One-on-one Work Time) - Amy Shores- Kindergarden - Observed and Assisted Classroom. - Christine Jernigan - Second Grade - Observed and Assisted students with crafts. - Matt True- Third Grade - Observed and Assisted classroom [Education] - East Carolina University - Greenville, NC (Partnership East Program) (Aug 2010 Dec 2013) Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education - Johnston Community College - Smithfield, NC (Aug 2008- May 2010) Associate in Arts degree -South Johnston High School - Four Oaks, NC (Aug 2004-May 2008) High School Diploma [Certifications ] -Early Childhood Credentials