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8248 Settlers Creek Loop Drive • Lakeland, Fl 33810

Phone 813-263-4983 • E-mail drbenhenry@me.com

Dr.Benjamin Henry

Professional Profile
	Self-directed, enthusiastic educator with a passionate commitment to student development and the learning experience. Skilled in the design of challenging, enriching, and innovative activities that address the diverse interests and needs of students. Possess outstanding communication skills, present information in a variety of ways, emphasizing relevance of class materials to the world beyond the classroom. Active team member who effectively collaborates with all level of staff members and establishes quality relationship with student. Experience in: Curriculum Design & Development Differentiated Instruction Cooperative Learning Student motivation Interactive Learning Classroom Management Student- Centered Learning Multicultural Awareness Student Assessment Whole Group Learning
Education
	Education Doctorate, Educational Leadership in Higher Education Argosy University, Tampa, Florida June 2011 Educational Specialist, Educational Leadership in Higher Education Argosy University, Tampa, Florida May 2006 Master of Science, Computer Informational Science University of Phoenix, Tampa, Florida February, 2004 Bachelor of Science, Exceptional Student Education Alabama State University, Montgomery, Alabama May 2000
Work experience
	Southwest Florida College Tampa, Florida 2007-present Informational Technology Department / Adjunct Professor Conduct college-level courses in Information Technology to university students. Prepare and present lectures to students on Information Technology and project management; research and compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments; stimulate class discussions. Plan, coordinate and participate in special events involving university and community officials. Lincoln College of New England Denver, CO 2011-present Informational Technology Department / Adjunct Professor Conduct online college-level courses in Information Technology to university students. Prepare and present online lectures to students on Information Technology using the E – College. Alabama State University Montgomery, Al 2008-2010 Education Department / Adjunct Professor Conduct master-level courses in Instructional Technology Education to university students. Prepare and present lectures to students on various topics within education; research and compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments; stimulate class discussions via online instructional format. Argosy University Tampa, Florida 2007-2010 Education Department / Adjunct Professor Conduct master-level courses in Education to university students. Prepare and present lectures to students on various topics within education; research and compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments; stimulate class discussions. Plan, coordinate and participate in special events involving university and community officials. Hillsborough Community College Tampa, Florida 2007-2008 Early Child Hood Elementary / Adjunct Professor § Conduct college-level courses in Early Childhood to university students. Prepare and present lectures to students on Early Childhood for students with Special Needs and project management; research and compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments; stimulate class discussions. Plan, coordinate and participate in special events involving university and community officials.

Lincoln College   2012 - present Computer Information / Adjunct Professor §  Conduct college-level courses in computer information to university students online. Facilitate learning via the Blackboard educational system platform.  Monitoring and provided weekly feedback to students using different communications tool such as Skype, Google Hangout, Microsoft Live meeting, and other video conference applications.  Prepare and present online lectures to students on various subjects related to computer information. Southwest Florida College      Tampa, Florida       2007-present Informational Technology Department / Adjunct Professor Conduct college-level courses in Information Technology to university students. Prepare and present lectures to students on Information Technology and project management; research and compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments; stimulate class discussions. Plan, coordinate and participate in special events involving university and community officials. Alabama State University       Montgomery, Al       2008-present Education Department / Adjunct Professor Conduct online master-level courses in Instructional Technology Education to university students. Prepare and present lectures to students on various topics within education; research and compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments; stimulate class discussions via online instructional format. Argosy University       Tampa, Florida       2007-2010 Education Department / Adjunct Professor Conduct master-level courses in Education to university students. Prepare and present lectures to students on various topics within education; research and compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments; stimulate class discussions. Plan, coordinate and participate in special events involving university and community officials. Polk County School District Lincoln Avenue Academy  Lakeland, Florida   2012- present Assistant Principal Promotes a positive learning culture through Empowering Effective Teachers Provides an effective instructional program and applies best practices to student learning Encourages positive school culture: newsletter, website, student and teacher rewards Monitors the success of all students in the learning environment: discipline, attendance, academics Analyzes data for continuous school improvement Plans and implements the integration of technological tools in teaching, learning, management, research, and communication Acts with integrity, fairness, and honesty in an ethical manner Articulates the school’s vision, mission, and priorities to the community in written and spoken communication Collaborates with families, businesses and community members through PTA Southwest Elementary     Lakeland, Florida   2010- 2012 Assistant Principal Supervise a team of professionals including para-professionals, nurses, and support staff.  Oversee a student body of approximately 500 learners. Devise and coordinate scheduling, creating and tracking work orders. Liaise with cafeteria, custodians, and maintenance staff on a daily basis, ensuring a safe and healthy learning environment for all school members. Lake Marion Creek School     Poinciana, Florida   2010- 2011 Assistant Principal Assist teachers with lesson plans and units for instruction; review all assessments and ensure sufficient inclusion of technological tools. Supervise 70 teachers, 32 support personnel, and 900+ students. Conduct pre- and post-conferences with teachers to review observations and evaluations. Serve as the chief student disciplinarian. Attend conferences with students, parents, and teachers; consult with school counselors, psychologists, social workers, and nurses to assess needs and challenges of correcting student behavior on the bus and in school. Ensure optimal classroom coverage. Work with the District Transportation Coordinator to assign bus routes. Discovery Academy           Lake Alfred, Florida       2009-2010 Director of Students (Dean) n  Established and maintained rapport with staff, students, and parents; mentor new teachers, ensuring appropriate substitute coverage when necessary. n  Contributed to the academic and social tone of school through the consistent demonstration of professionalism and enthusiasm of the school community; upheld a commitment to educational excellence, establishing and promoting an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust. n  Meeting with students to discuss attendance and discipline issues n  Oversaw transportation issues n  Supervises students at assemblies and special events held on school grounds Blake Elementary       Lakeland, Florida              2000-2002 Varying Exceptionality Teacher §  Developed assessments and educational plans for 75 special education students to meet their individualized skills and needs. §  Designed and implemented behavioral goals and objectives with students and parents/guardians. §  Provided additional support to students with a developmental disability as needed. §  Completed the Beginning Teacher program School District of Hillsborough County Marshall Middle School      Plant City, Florida       2005-2009 Technology Resource Specialist §  Local implementation of long-range planning for technology; planning, bidding, purchasing, installing, maintaining, supporting, and trouble-shooting of educational computer systems; coordinating software purchasing and support services. Responsible for facilitating staff in-service and training in educational technology and technology integration. §  Developed instructional curriculum to integrate technology into all subject areas. §  Designing curriculum for and delivering weekly character education groups and  mentoring sessions for at-risk middle school students §  Recruiting, training and supervising college-aged volunteer mentors §  Approve all purchases, justify expenditures and develop/monitor budget. §  Provide input to the hiring/renewal process; evaluate staff teachers. §  Participated in Curriculum and Staff Development §  Participated in administrator training program §  Participated in AVID trainings Marshall Middle School      Plant City, Florida            2003-2005 Specific Learning Disability Teacher §  Assess individual children's levels, strengths, weaknesses and learning styles §  Developed, updated, and implemented IEP's. §  Recorded and maintained school, classroom, and students' information such as attendance, student files, referral information, progress reports, lesson plans, curriculum development, collection of data etc. §  Facilitated various reform and development activities for students who have been expelled from public schools §  Attended and participated in departmental/division meetings, planning projects, activities and school related evening programs. §  Established and maintained a positive learning environment that reflects the school's philosophy. §  Established humanistic, systematic classroom code of conduct. §  Founded & Sponsored a club for at risk male students §  Coached boys and girls basketball Tampa Bay Academy       Riverview, Florida        2002-2003 Special Education Elementary Coordinator §  Directed instructional aide’s work in classroom and office management. §  Evaluated students’ progress, and worked with parents/guardians to target extra-curricular activities to enhance their child’s development. §  Participated in the writing of the school improvement