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Benjamin Monsma is a certified social studies teacher seeking a teaching position. He received his bachelor's degree in history and social studies from Calvin College. He has over 3 years of teaching experience in middle and high school social studies classes. His qualifications include expertise in differentiation, thinking maps, state standards, and strong communication skills.

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Monsma Teaching Resume

Benjamin Monsma is a certified social studies teacher seeking a teaching position. He received his bachelor's degree in history and social studies from Calvin College. He has over 3 years of teaching experience in middle and high school social studies classes. His qualifications include expertise in differentiation, thinking maps, state standards, and strong communication skills.

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Benjamin J.

Monsma
2105 Burton St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506 Phone: (201) 575-3103
bjmonsma@gmail.com

Certification
State of Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate, January 2018
Endorsements: History; Social Studies, January 2018

Education
Bachelor of Arts, History & Social Studies, Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI, December 2017

Key Qualifications
 Expertise in Lesson Planning for Differentiation
 Skilled with Thinking Maps
 Knowledge of, and how to implement State and Common Core Standards
 Strong written and oral communication skills, flexible and adaptable, patient

Relevant Teaching Experiences


Teacher, Holland Christian High School, Holland, MI, January 2018-Present
 AP Psychology, Juniors/Seniors, and US History, Sophomores
 Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects in line with or exceeding
state, school and AP curriculum standards
 Was an effective and reliable member of the Social Studies teaching team
 Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students’ varying needs
 Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to keep students engaged

Student Teacher, City High Middle School, Grand Rapids, MI, Spring 2017
 8th and 9th grade students of various racial and socioeconomic backgrounds in US
History
 Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects in line with or exceeding,
state and school MYP/IB curriculum standards
 Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students’ varying needs
 Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to keep students engaged
 Participated in parent-teacher conferences

Teacher Aide, Calvin Christian High School, Grandville, MI, Spring 2016
 Observed and assisted teacher of 10th grade US History and English
 Developed and taught lessons using the Universal Design for Learning
 Collaborated with classroom teacher to plan units
 Participated in parent-teacher conferences

Tutor, Grand Rapids Christian High School, Grand Rapids, MI, Fall 2014-Spring 2015
 Assisted international students with various courses, largely English, History and
Religion paper writing
 Guided students in understanding and developing effective study skills
 This taught me how to engage students and ensure learning despite language and cultural
barriers
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Additional Related Experience


Youth Group Game Leader, Grand Rapids International Fellowship, Grand Rapids, MI, Fall
2017-Present
 Plan, organize, and run games for a diverse group of students grades K-12
 Engage with and form important relationships with people of different racial, cultural
and socioeconomic backgrounds

Head Basketball Coach, East Grand Rapids Parks & Rec, East Grand Rapids, MI, Winter 2017
 Responsible for planning practices and implementing game plans
 Established regular and clear lines of communication with players, parents and assistant
coaches
 Aided 7th grade students in the development of their basketball skills

Substitute Teacher, Various Districts, Kent County, MI, Fall 2017


 In change of facilitating learning in the absence of the everyday teachers
 Crucial to shaping the way in which I would like to run my own classroom
 Stretched and challenged my classroom management system and techniques

Summer Camp Counselor, Kids Rock Summer Camp, Grand Rapids, MI, Summers 2015-2017
 Worked with 1st-8th graders
 Helped to plan and execute camp theme and sport activities
 Formed important and formative relationships with campers
 Encouraged campers to be the best version of themselves

Summer Camp Counselor, Midland Park Recreation, Midland Park, NJ, Summers 2009-2014
 Worked with 3rd-8th grade boys
 Responsible for ensuring the enjoyment and safety of campers
 Head Instructor for camp tennis program

Professional Development
 Holland Christian High School faculty book club, focus on differentiation and
expanding teachers educational toolbox
 MAP Test data analysis; used to assess if students are at grade level and how to modify
pedagogical practices in order to best meet their needs

References
Darryl De Ruiter, Principal, Holland Christian High School dderuiter@hollandchristian.org
Robert Schoone-Jongen, Advisor/Placement Supervisor, Calvin College, rps2@calvin.edu
Patricia Parkhurst, Mentor Teacher, City High/Middle School, parkhurstp@grps.org
Caleb Lagerwey, Social Studies Department Head, Holland Christian High School,
clagerwey@hollandchristian.org

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