Shannon Welch
Galt,CA
Summary
Dedicated Agriculture Teacher with expertise in curriculum development, student mentoring, and project coordination. Proven ability to engage students through hands-on projects and foster leadership in FFA activities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Agriculture Teacher
Elk Grove High School
Elk Grove
08.2008 - Current
- Crafted engaging lesson plans that promoted hands-on learning in agriculture education.
- Guided student projects on sustainable farming practices to enhance practical understanding.
- Coordinated industry field trips
- Mentored students in FFA activities, team competitions and leadership development programs.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance the agriculture curriculum offerings.
- Supported work experience students in securing job placements and conducted worksite visits for experiential learning.
- Provided guidance on managing and developing livestock projects
Agriculture Teacher
Coalinga High School
Coalinga, California
08.2003 - 06.2008
- Developed agricultural curriculum
- Delivered engaging lesson plans, facilitated hands on projects and laboratory experiments
- Coordinated field trips to local farms and agricultural events.
- Provided guidance on managing student livestock projects to enhance their understanding of animal husbandry.
- Coached FFA career development teams and leadership events, enhancing students' skills and confidence in competitive environments
- Advised chapter officer team, guiding strategic planning and organization of events for member engagement
- Led vocational education department, overseeing curriculum development and program implementation to align with industry standards
- Perkins Grant Site Coordinator
Education
Master of Science - Agriculture Education
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Education
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2002
Skills
- Livestock management
- Curriculum development
- Teaching methodology
- Student mentoring
- Educational technology
- Project coordination
- Community outreach
- Public speaking
Accomplishments
2019 California Agriculture Teachers Association Outstanding Large Department-Member
Certification
Single Subject Agriculture Credential-California State University Fresno-2003
Affiliations
Herald Community Club Secretary-Herald, CA 2023-2025
Professional Development Facilitation
- California Agriculture Teachers Association Student Teacher Conclave Presenter 2020-2026
- California Agriculture Teachers Association Agriskills Institute Presenter 2014
- California Agriculture Teacher Association Roadshow Presenter Multiple years
Timeline
Agriculture Teacher
Elk Grove High School
08.2008 - Current
Agriculture Teacher
Coalinga High School
08.2003 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Agriculture Education
California State University, Chico
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Education
California State University, Fresno