Kevin Benjamin
214 Root Avenue                                                                                                    (516) 582-8206
  Central Islip, NY 11722                                                                       E-mail: [email protected]

Profile and Objective
Energetic, enthusiastic, and trainable individual who will work well independently or in a team
structure.  Ability to handle and organize several tasks concurrently.

Seeking a challenging opportunity to significantly contribute to a company's efficiency, organization, growth, and overall profitability.  Committed to achieving success in an environment that promotes professionalism and career growth.

Qualifying Capabilities
 ·Self-directed and self motivated with the ability to guide associates to achieve their maximum potential
 ·Dedicated and perseverant
 ·Willing to master, on my own time, the techniques to increase profitability
 ·Critical thinking skills
 ·Leads by example
 ·Organizational, communication, and creative skills honed in teaching will transfer easily to new career

Education
 MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
 Cambridge, Massachusetts
 Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1996
 Member of Wrestling team and Pilgrim Theater acting troupe

Professional Experience
 September 1999- Present
 BRENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL, Brentwood, NY
 Teaching Regents and Non regents Biology

 September 1996 – June 1999
 DR. SUN YAT SEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL, New York, NY
 · Taught Earth Science to eight grade students (regents and non regents).
 ·Utilized internet, Starlab, and astronomy night to enrich curriculum.
 ·Assisted at student dances, awards ceremonies, concerts, and graduation.
 ·Over 90% of students taught passed New York State Earth Science Regents exam.

Professional Associations
Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS)
New York State Science Education Leadership Association (NYSSELA)