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Shawn Fortney

Fairfield,CA

Summary

Dynamic and visionary Christian School Principal with experience in educational leadership and a deep commitment to nurturing students' academic and spiritual growth. Adept at strategic planning, staff mentorship, and community engagement, with a strong ability to integrate Biblical values into all aspects of the educational experience. Dedicated to creating a supportive and faith-centered environment that empowers students and staff to achieve their full potential.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of School/Principal

Fairfield Christian School
Fairfield, CA
08.2014 - Current
  • Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school, including, but not limited to, business concerns, academics, professional development, enrollment, parent communication, and accreditation. Continues to teach in the classroom, and has taught a wide variety of subjects, including Bible, History, Economics, Financial Literacy, Math, Chapel Leadership, and Digital Media.
  • Sets the vision for the school, and is responsible for maintaining a culture and atmosphere on campus that both honors God and facilitates learning.
  • Works to maintain positive relations both internally with students and staff and externally with parents and the community.
  • Awarded "Non-Profit of the Year" for 2023 by the Fairfield/Suisun Chamber of Commerce.
  • Represented Fairfield Christian and the Fairfield community as an Honorary Commander at Travis Air Force Base for 3 years.

Senior Trainer

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Fairfield, CA
04.1999 - 08.2014
  • Trained tigers, lions, mountain lions, and cheetahs with a team of trainers for the purpose of educating the public on conservation and endangered animals.
  • Supervised Trainers and Apprentice Trainers in their administration of daily responsibilities and maintained all safety protocols.
  • Developed and Managed a Conservation Website for Discovery Kingdom.
  • Won the Animal Care Excellence Award in 2013.

Production Engineer/Writer/Editor

KXTV-News10, Gannett
Sacramento, CA
08.1995 - 04.1999
  • Worked in all aspects of production in both the studio and control room for all productions at the station, including floor direction, technical direction, camera, chyron, still store, lighting, and pre-production editing.
  • An Associate Producer for “Sportscene”, writing and editing for the weekly production, and working as a field producer for live broadcasts.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Administration

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

California State University - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
12.1994

Biblical Studies

Global University
Springfield, MO

Skills

  • Academic administration
  • Staff Development
  • Student Engagement
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team Building
  • Staff and Educator Guidance
  • School Community Relations
  • Technology Integrations
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Instructional Leadership

Affiliations

  • Honorary Commander, Travis Air Force Base, March 2020 to March 2023
  • Accreditation Team Member, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS), 2016 to Present
  • Board Member, Real Life Church of Sacramento, 2013 to 2017
  • Board Member, Real Life Church of Fairfield, 2017 to Present

Timeline

Head of School/Principal

Fairfield Christian School
08.2014 - Current

Senior Trainer

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
04.1999 - 08.2014

Production Engineer/Writer/Editor

KXTV-News10, Gannett
08.1995 - 04.1999

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Administration

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

California State University - Sacramento

Biblical Studies

Global University

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