Objective

To serve in a leadership role in a higher educational arena and be a resource of

knowledge for students, my peers, and my community as I assist in building a
collaborative environment that encourages academic excellence, a practical appl
ication approach, and self-discipline.

Personal Information
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Name Pedro Bennett

Current Address 7926 Woodall Rd. #B
Norfolk, VA 23518
Home Phone 704-658-7526
Cell Phone 704-658-7526
Email Address pb7f79b8@westpost.net
Authorized to Work In U.S. Yes
Date of Availability June 17, 2010

Education History
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School/Program Nova Southeastern University

Location Fort Lauderdale, FL
Degree/Level Not Obtain Doctorate (Currently 59 credit hours)
Major(s) Organizational Leadership
GPA 4.0
Dates May 2003 - May 2012

Certification/Licensure
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Issued By Massachusetts
Certificate/License Teacher's License
Endorsements/Subjects General Science and Chemistry
Validity Dates May 2001 - May 2008
Positions Qualified For Chemistry, Science (6-8), Science (9-12)
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Issued By Rhode Island
Certificate/License Teacher's License
Endorsements/Subjects General Science and Chemistry
Validity Dates February 2007 - August 2010
Certificate/License View Document
Positions Qualified For Chemistry, Physical Science, Science (9-12)
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Issued By Rhode Island
Certificate/License Teacher's License
Endorsements/Subjects Chemistry/General Science
Validity Dates August 2007 - August 2010
Positions Qualified For Chemistry, Physical Science, Science (9-12)
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Issued By North Carolina
Certificate/License Initial Lateral Entry License
Endorsements/Subjects Science (Middle Grades 6-9)
Certificate/License Number Science (Middle Grades 6-9)
Validity Dates September 2008 - August 2011
Positions Qualified For Science (6-8)

Work Experience: Education

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School Name South University

Location Savannah, GA, US
School Type College/University
Position(s) Faculty
Position Title Faculty
Description Facilitator students as they learn strategies of critical thinking a
nd time management. Evaluate student's progress and provide constructive and sub
stantive feedback.
Contract Type Part-time
Dates April 2010 - Present
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School Name Turning Point Academy
Location Charlotte, NC, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Position(s) Science (6-8)
Position Title Middle School Science Teacher and Chairperson/Facilitator
Description Alternative Program: Assisted in molding character, maintained the m
anagement of the class, address behavior concerns, collected data based on instr
uctions, and administered all grades 6-8 science instructions.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates August 2008 - Present
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School Name University of Phoenix/Axia College
Location Charlotte, NC, US
School Type College/University
Position(s) Faculty
Position Title Adjunct Instructor
Description Critical Thinking Instructor/Facilitator:
Assisted students in developing a logical sequence of thinking and writing. Guid
ed students in the development of clarity in both spoken and written communicati
on: Evaluate facts vs opinions, valid vs sound.
Contract Type Part-time
Dates August 2008 - Present
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School Name Brook Farm Academy
Location Boston, MA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Boston Public Schools
Position(s) Science (9-12)
Position Title Active Physics Teacher
Description Activating and assessing student's prior knowledge. Taught an inquir
y based curriculum that uses a problem based learning model. Explored time, dist
ance, space, and motion.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates August 2005 - August 2008
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School Name Hanover High School
Location Hanover, MA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Hanover
Position(s) Chemistry
Position Title Chemistry/Earth Science 9-12
Description Engaged students in inquiry-based instruction, assisted in developin
g conceptual understanding, content knowledge, and scientific skills. Discussed
chemical particules and their usage and the evolution of science.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates August 2004 - August 2005
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School Name New Bedford High School
Location New Bedford, MA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name New Bedford Public Schools
Position(s) Chemistry
Position Title Chemistry Teacher
Description Engaged students in inquiry-based instruction, assisted in developin
g conceptual understanding, content knowledge, and scientific skills. Discussed
chemical particules and their usage and the evolution of science. Focused on phy
sical characteristics of atoms.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates August 2003 - August 2004
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School Name Cooper Middle School
Location Austell, GA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Cobb County Public Schools
Position(s) Science (6-8)
Position Title Earth Science
Description Instructions: Investigation and engaging discussions about earth's p
late tectonics, adaptation, geologic time, etc. Evaluated student's progress and
provided feedback to the student, parent, school and district.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates July 2002 - August 2003
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School Name MLK, Jr. Middle School
Location Boston, MA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Boston Public Schools
Position(s) Science (6-8)
Position Title General Science
Description Taught a comprehensive, inquiry-based, eight-module curriculum for s
tudents in grades 7-8. Provided an engaging experiences in the life, earth, and
physical sciences and in technology while simultaneously developing their critic
al-thinking and problem-solving skills. Assessed student's progress.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates September 2000 - June 2002
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School Name Wilson Middle School
Location Boston, MA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Boston Public Schools
Position(s) Science (6-8)
Position Title Science
Description Taught a comprehensive, inquiry-based, eight-module curriculum for s
tudents in grades 7-8. Provided an engaging experiences in the life, earth, and
physical sciences and in technology while simultaneously developing their critic
al-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates September 1999 - June 2000
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School Name North Junior High
Location Brockton, MA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Brockton Public Schools
Position(s) Science (6-8)
Position Title General Science
Description Taught a comprehensive, inquiry-based, eight-module curriculum for s
tudents in grades 7-8. Provided an engaging experiences in the life, earth, and
physical sciences and in technology while simultaneously developing their critic
al-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates September 1996 - June 1999
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School Name South Junior High
Location Brockton, MA, US
School Type Public
District/Division Name Brockton Public Schools
Position(s) Science (6-8)
Position Title Perm Sub
Description Assisted teachers in their absences: Teaching assorted courses and t
opic. Classroom management. Provide office assistance when needed.
Contract Type Full-time
Dates September 1995 - June 1996

Work Experience: Other

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Employer Cobb County Police Department

Location Marietta, GA
Position Title Police Officer
Description I served and protected the citizens of Cobb Co. Georgia. I enforced
the local, district, state, and federal laws. Additional, I worked as an intelli
gence agent, provided gang information to local police districts.
Dates March 2001 - April 2005
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Employer Gaston Co. Police Department
Location Gastonia, NC
Position Title Police Officer
Description I served and protected the citizens of Cobb Co. Georgia. I enforced
the local, district, state, and federal laws.
Dates October 1985 - March 1987

Extracurricular Activities
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Activity Martial Arts

Description Self-Defense
Dates August 1985 - Present

Associations & Affiliations

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Current Memberships National Education Association

Awards and Honors
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Awards Received Inducted into the martial arts Hall of Frame (Master of the Year
)

Special Skills
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Skills Obtained Computer literate: Word, Power Power, Excel. Designed local scho
ol's web page Trouble shooter; manor computer software issues. Some knowledge ab
out system networking.

Pedro J. Bennett, Jr.