Bridget Bender

6236 State Rd 133, Boscobel, WI 53805 | 608-485-0369 | bendbrid@boscobel.k12.wi.us

Objective
To obtain a teaching position where I can share my enthusiasm of learning with children
and teach them to become life-long learners.

Profile
Energetic, insightful, resourceful teacher dedicated to helping children identify
and enhance their potential for academic and personal achievement
Diligent educator who combines innovative and traditional methods to produce a
solid foundation for lifelong learning
Combine challenge and fun to create a stimulating learning environment and
promote scholastic and social development by:
* Determining individual student interests, traits, and needs
* Applying a variety of methods to fulfill the needs of diverse abilities and
circumstances
* Establishing trustful relationships by applying discipline with fairness and
consistency
* Developing problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting
challenges that boost self-esteem and performance
* Reinforcing positive behavior by encouraging efforts and praising
accomplishments

Education
Viterbo University
2015 - Present
WI Reading Specialist 17
Viterbo University
2015 - Present
Masters of Arts and Education
Viterbo University
2009
WI Reading Teacher 316
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
2003-2007
BS, Elementary/ Early Childhood Education birth to 11

Professional Teaching Experience

Boscobel Area School District
2008 - Present
Boscobel, WI
1st Grade Teacher
5+ years
4K Teacher
2 years
Reading Teacher
1 year
Prepared lesson plans and objectives
Reviewed curriculum resources and created new materials
Administered formal and informal assessments

 Implemented individualized student interventions

Noahs Art Preschool and Childcare
2007-2008
Monroe, WI
4K Teacher
Prepared lesson plans and objectives
Administered formal and informal assessments
Worked with 4K community team in Monroe School District

Other Experiences and Community Involvement

PBIS Coordinator and Internal Coach
Summer School Coordinator
PTC (Parent Teacher Community Group) Co President
Administrative Leadership Committee
Technology Committee
Family Fun Nights
Boscobel Area Lions Club
Swim Lesson Insructor
Vacation Bible School Teacher
Youth and Adult Mission Trips

Coaching Experiences
Boscobel JV Softball Coach
Summer Rec Softball Coach

References

6 years
5 years