Jodi Benningfield

With almost 20 years of diverse teaching experience across various grade levels, Jodi brings a rich background to her educational endeavors. Her journey has taken her from Kenton County public schools in the Cincinnati area to the JCC New Albany Preschool, where she not only taught but also served as the Judaics specialist.

Jodi is thrilled about her current role teaching kindergarten and first grade. Her academic pursuits at Xavier University, where she focused on Reading and Literacy, fuel her passion for the CJDS Library. She is dedicated to fostering a love for reading and books among her students, sharing her enthusiasm in every class.

Outside the classroom, Jodi lives in New Albany with her two sons and enjoys indulging her interests in art, music, theater, and nature, bringing a well-rounded perspective to her teaching and personal life.