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Overview
Work History
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LINDSAY MARIE BENSON

Severn

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities and willingness to learn. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Creative and proficient in evaluation, monitoring student performance and organizing examinations. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

EHS Edgewater
05.2024 - 02.2025

Responsibilities include creating and running hands on projects, encouraging children to play and engage in learning through play and objectives based on Teaching Strategies guidelines, reading books to the class, diaper changing, changing clothes, distributing breakfast, lunch and snack, cleaning class rooms, cleaning toys, communicating with parents which includes ASQ and ASQ-SE program questionnaires and in home visits/ conferences, Daily data entry and observation entry's into EMPOWR and Teaching Strategies programs. Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as trainings or conferences to stay current in educational trends.

In Home Childcare Provider

In Home Childcare Provider
10.2018 - 08.2023

Responsibilities include but not limited to creating a safe and fun environment (indoor and outdoor) for children to learn and play, creating a curriculum monthly and engaging in daily age appropriate activities for children, Engaging in circle time, creating and getting supplies for and running projects, reading books to the class, diaper changing, changing clothes, making lunches, making snack, cleaning class rooms, cleaning toys, cleaning bathroom, communicating to parents, running the daycare itself which includes managing financial needs/ permits and keeping up with trainings needed for Certification and license.

Teacher

The Clubhouse Childcare Center
11.2015 - 05.2017

Responsibilities include but not limited to creating and maintaining a safe and fun environment for children to learn and play, creating a curriculum monthly and engaging in daily age appropriate activities for children, Engaging in circle time, creating and running art projects, reading books to the class, diaper changing, changing clothes, distributing snacks and lunches, supervising recess and playtime and art projects. cleaning class rooms, cleaning toys, cleaning bathroom, communicating with parents.

Receptionist

Michelangelo’s Hair Salon
09.2014 - 09.2015

Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance. Confirmed appointments, managed emails, communicated with clients, and updated client records. Answered phone promptly and professionally. Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression. Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately. Helped manage inventory and stock shelves. Helped assist Shampoo girls and stylists if needed.


Nanny

Private Residence
08.2013 - 06.2014

Responsibilities include: Playing with, feeding, potty training, diaper changing the toddler, Running errands, Doing the dishes, occasional laundry

Assistant Teacher

Smart Start Early Learning Center
03.2013 - 08.2013

Responsibilities include supporting lead teacher with projects, circle time, lunch and snacks, and anything else the lead teacher needed help with as well as helping any other classes/teachers that needed help. Cleaning toys, classroom and bathrooms. Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.

Certified Lead Teacher

Kids Farm Davidsonville
11.2011 - 03.2013

Responsibilities include but not limited to creating and maintaining a safe and fun environment for children to learn and play, creating a curriculum monthly and engaging in daily age appropriate activities for children, Engaging in circle time, creating and running art projects, reading books to the class, diaper changing, changing clothes, distributing snacks and lunches, supervising recess and playtime and art projects. cleaning class rooms, cleaning toys, cleaning bathroom, communicating with parents.

Receptionist

Ausley Associates, Inc
01.2011 - 08.2011

Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance. Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records. Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices. Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression. Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory and keeping employee travel logs. Maintained visitor log for entering and leaving facility for security purposes.

Assisted with planning office events and meetings for smooth execution.

Teacher’s Assistant/Substitute

Little Proteges Early Learning Center
09.2010 - 12.2010

Responsibilities include supporting lead teacher with projects, circle time, lunch and snacks, and anything else the lead teacher needed help with as well as helping any other classes/teachers that needed help. Cleaning toys, classroom and bathrooms. Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.

Spa Technician

Jacqueline Morgan Day Spa
11.2008 - 11.2010

Responsibilities included: doing laundry, sweeping rooms, restocking rooms with towels and sheets and any other supplies, cleaning rooms and bathrooms, restocking lockers with robes and shoes, made sure there was always water and refreshments in clients waiting area, filing paper work


Clerical Assistant (Part Time)

Huntingtown Vision Center
07.2010 - 09.2010

Responsibilities included Logging customer contact lens information into the computer, shredding documents, Sweeping, Filing bills and other documents, cleaning shelves and bathrooms, vacuuming, taking out the trash.


Fitness Trainer

Curves of Prince Frederick
12.2007 - 10.2008

Responsibilities include Provided one-on-one mentoring to help clients reach their full potential. Promoted a positive gym culture by modeling healthy behaviors, maintaining a professional demeanor, and fostering camaraderie among members and staff. Created announcements and contests to help keep clients motivated and engaged. Conducted monthly fitness assessments to evaluate clients physical abilities and set achievable goals. Maintained a clean and sanitary environment by cleaning equipment every hour.

Sales Clerk

Windsor’s EZ Stop
03.2008 - 08.2008

Responsibilities included: opening the store- put money in money drawers, working as a cashier, when the orders came put the orders away, took food orders and did clean-up, stock and re-stocking, and counted down registers at end of shift


Hostess

Stoney’s Seafood Restaurant of Broomes Island
06.2006 - 07.2007

Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience. Seated customers promptly based on seating availability. Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest. Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit. Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits. Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests. Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.

Education

AACC - MSDE Courses, Early Childhood Education

Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD
12-2012

College Credit Hours - Psychology, Art & Design, English, AP 2-D Photography & Design

College of Southern Maryland
Prince Frederick, MD
12.2007

High School Diploma -

Huntingtown High School
Huntingtown, MD
05.2007

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Picture It!
  • Photoshop
  • Digital Imaging
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Classroom management
  • Organization skills
  • Friendly
  • Oral communication
  • Childcare needs

Software System Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Picture It!
  • Photoshop
  • Digital Imaging
  • Desktop publishing/imaging
  • Microsoft Excel

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certificati

Timeline

Teacher

EHS Edgewater
05.2024 - 02.2025

In Home Childcare Provider

In Home Childcare Provider
10.2018 - 08.2023

Teacher

The Clubhouse Childcare Center
11.2015 - 05.2017

Receptionist

Michelangelo’s Hair Salon
09.2014 - 09.2015

Nanny

Private Residence
08.2013 - 06.2014

Assistant Teacher

Smart Start Early Learning Center
03.2013 - 08.2013

Certified Lead Teacher

Kids Farm Davidsonville
11.2011 - 03.2013

Receptionist

Ausley Associates, Inc
01.2011 - 08.2011

Teacher’s Assistant/Substitute

Little Proteges Early Learning Center
09.2010 - 12.2010

Clerical Assistant (Part Time)

Huntingtown Vision Center
07.2010 - 09.2010

Spa Technician

Jacqueline Morgan Day Spa
11.2008 - 11.2010

Sales Clerk

Windsor’s EZ Stop
03.2008 - 08.2008

Fitness Trainer

Curves of Prince Frederick
12.2007 - 10.2008

Hostess

Stoney’s Seafood Restaurant of Broomes Island
06.2006 - 07.2007

College Credit Hours - Psychology, Art & Design, English, AP 2-D Photography & Design

College of Southern Maryland

High School Diploma -

Huntingtown High School

AACC - MSDE Courses, Early Childhood Education

Anne Arundel Community College
LINDSAY MARIE BENSON