KELLY BENNETT

12251 Avenue Antoine-Berthelet, Montral, QC H4K 2T4 C: (514) 220-4613 bennett.kelly@hotmail.com

www.kelly-bennett.weebly.com https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kelly-bennett-928722136
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A motivated, bilingual English Language Arts teacher skilled at encouraging and inspiring high school students.
Strives to reach out to students to help them reach the highest level of academic success possible, working diligently
to learn and implement new teaching strategies. Dedicated to reaching out to students of all learning styles.
SKILLS
100% bilingual in both English and French, strong Behavior management techniques
written and verbal communicator in both languages Familiar with behavioral disorders
In-depth knowledge of QEP Skilled in use of Information and Communication
Highly motivated and dependable Technology such as Word, PowerPoint/Prezi, and
Flexible and adaptable MovieMaker
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Education: Secondary English Language Arts and History, 2017
McGill University - Montreal
Major in English Language Arts and minor in History and Citizenship Education
CAREER RELATED EXPERIENCE
Substitute Teacher, 09/2014 to Current
Ecole Bilingue Notre Dame de Sion Ville Saint-Laurent
Managed classrooms of twenty-five to thirty high school students during the absence of their teachers.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.

Homework Aid, 09/2014 to Current

Ecole Bilingue Notre Dame de Sion Ville Saint-Laurent
Supervised students as part of their lunch and after school program.
As part of the school's after school program, I helped students with their homework and made sure the class was
controlled and that students were quiet and well-behaved when doing homework.
During lunch and afterschool, I was responsible for making sure students played safely outside in a controlled
but fun environment.

Tutor, 12/2014 to Current

Private Tutor
Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.
Created activities in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards.
Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.
Tutored students after school and on weekends to prepare them for high school entrance examinations.
Division Leader, 06/2016 to 08/2016
Enfant et Compagnie Ville Saint-Laurent
Collaborated with a team of five peers to implement safe and exciting individual and group activities during an
eight week session at a children's day camp in Montreal.
Lead a two-week educational workshop for children in grades 1-6, organizing reading and writing activities to
promote learning in both English and French.
Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors.
Responded rapidly to parents' concerns with telephone calls and emails.

Student Teacher, 09/2015 to 12/2015

Royal Vale High School Montreal
Organized social and educational activities for students and parents including organizing a school musical.
Helped organize a play with students in the Drama program for the school's open house.
Used media and technology to implement a student-run podcast as part of an in-class project.
Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate students' progress.
Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills.
Expanded professional responsibilities by taking part in parent-teacher interviews and attending workshops.
Selected books, equipment and other instructional materials for English Language Arts and Drama classes for
grades seven, eight, and ten.

Student Teacher, 04/2015 to 05/2015

Marymount Academy Ville Saint-Laurent
Created lesson plans on article writing in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards.
Organized creative activities such as Jeopardy and board games to assess student understanding.
Provided supplemental help for students in the school's S.T.E.P. resource program in a variety of subjects.

Student Teacher, 11/2013 to 12/2013

LaurenHill Academy Ville Saint-Laurent
Observed and supervised classrooms of students ranging from grades 7-11, providing assistance as they
completed class work.
Developed professional responsibilities by attending staff meetings.
Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Floor Supervisor, 06/2014 to 05/2016
iStore - Montreal
Allocating jobs and workloads to individual staff members based on their abilities.
Implementing new initiatives and making sure staff understands them.
Responsible for opening and closing the store when the store manager and assistant manager are not present.
Lead workshops for customers on how to use various Apple products.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Ecole Bilingue Notre-Dame de Sion, 09/2016
Participated in the school's back to school Fun Day fair, helping to organize various activities for both students
and parents.
Supervised large groups of children as they engaged in different games and sports throughout the day.
Organized a bake sale with a group of five students to raise money for the school's basketball team.

Centre D'Hebergement et Soins de Longue Dure, 05/2011

Assisted in the care of the elderly and organized recreational activities.

References Available Upon Request