Shawna Bennett

8530 Dominique Ct Fair Oaks, CA 95628

(916) 847-9287 srbennett91@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain an elementary teaching position
CREDENTIALS
SB 2042 Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential
California State University, Sacramento; Expected: May 2016
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies
Minor, History
California State University, Sacramento; December 2014
Honors:
Exams Passed:

Summa Cum Laude

CBEST, CSET

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teacher Candidate, Fifth Grade, Academy
Mather Heights Elementary School, Sacramento, CA
August 2016-Present

Conducted pre-assessments to determine the needs of the students.

Designed and implemented Common Core lessons in language arts and math.

Planned and facilitated a daily collaborative science and social studies program.

Planned and facilitated Second Step curriculum to develop students' emotional wellbeing.

Utilized strategies such as scaffolding and small group instruction to meet students needs.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Team Leader at Grand Oaks Elementary School
August 2009 June 2015
Bridges After School Program- Sunrise Recreation and Park/SJUSD, Citrus Heights, CA

Supervised groups of 20-40 children during homework, recreation activities and enrichment
games.

Developed and coordinated sports programs and activities for children in grades 1-5.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICE
2016-Present
Professional Learning Community Training, Mather Heights Elementary School, Sacramento CA
Benchmark Literacy Curriculum Training, FCUSD, Sacramento, CA
Participant, Parent-Teacher Home Visit Project Training, Sacramento, CA
Participant, Perspectives for a Diverse America, Museum of Tolerance, Los Angeles, CA (Expected
January 2017)