Benjamin Malykin

Dynamic and dependable as a result of my involvement in the workforce and education field. My experiences have led me to adapt many different skills, lending contribution to my future success as a secondary educator. Spending over 100 days student-teaching has allowed me to develop diverse curriculum and extensive leadership skills that will enable me to succeed as future educator.

Student Teacher

Stephen Decatur High School, Berlin, Maryland 21811
09/23 – 03/24 

• 60+ days of student-teaching experience in a 9th grade government classroom.
• Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with IEPs, 504 plans, and English Language Learners (ELLs). I had several students that spoke different languages including Arabic and Turkish. I was able to build a friendly environment and use resources to assist with their instruction.
• Managed classroom activities, established a positive learning environment, and maintained effective behavior management strategies.
• Utilized assessment tools to track student progress and adjust instruction to address learning gaps.
• Collaborated with mentor teachers and staff to support student success and enhance the learning experience.
• Assisted with numerous service learning opportunities.
• Abided by all Maryland Department of Education standards and criteria.
• Completed and passed edTPA (March 2024 submission) with a score of 45.

Stephen Decatur Middle School, Berlin, Maryland 21811

03/24 – 05/24

• 40+ days of student-teaching experience in a 7th grade social studies classroom.
• Integrated technology, such as PowerPoints, online games, and YouTube videos to enrich instruction and promote student engagement.
• Abided by all Maryland Department of Education standards and criteria.
• Assisted with different service learning opportunities including a field trip to the Maryland Food Bank. Here, we learned the process of how food is organized and distributed at the food bank. The students and I did many activities including sorting produce, boxing non-perishable goods and learning about the importance of food banks along the way.
• Incorporated many projects for learning including creating a Chinese lantern for our Asia unit and a poster of a famous figure for African-American Heritage Month.
• Collaborated with my mentor as well as other social studies teachers to ensure the lessons and activities were best for every type of student.