Shannon Bennett
Richmond,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
New Kent County Public Schools
New Kent, VA
08.2008 - Current
- Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership.
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Delivered specialized classroom instruction to broad range of students with developmental disorders, including autism using different forms of technology and academic learning to meet the needs of the students.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
Swim Instructor
Chickahominy YMCA
Sandston, VA
01.2004 - Current
- Engaged with students to help them acclimate to and become comfortable in pool. Also, help students to learn and practice swimming strokes and improve techniques and skills.
- Documented each student's progress and gave constructive feedback for areas that could be improved.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students, delivering guidance and reassurance.
Education
Master of Arts - Recreation Parks And Leisure Studies
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.1994
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA12.2014
Skills
- Certified CPR and First Aid Instructor for American Red Cross
- CDL - Bus Driver
- Basic clerical knowledge
- MS Office proficient
- Competent in Smartboard technology
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
New Kent County Public Schools
08.2008 - Current
Swim Instructor
Chickahominy YMCA
01.2004 - Current
Master of Arts - Recreation Parks And Leisure Studies
Virginia Commonwealth University
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
Regent University