SCUBA
Benjamen Smith
CTE Teacher
Whittier
Summary
Professional CTE Teacher with robust background in technical and vocational training. Well practiced in teaching introductory courses in Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing. Adept at creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that align with industry standards to over one hundred students each semester.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
CTE Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2022 - Current
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Selected and requisitioned books and instructional materials.
- Inspired critical thinking skills by introducing challenging concepts and encouraging open-ended questions during class discussions.
- Achieved higher student engagement by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
CTE Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials during national supply shortage.
- Emphasized real world scenarios with Soft Skills, design problem solving, and engineering habits of mind.
- Introduced Solidworks, Onshape, and drafting conventions.
- Adapted teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments.
- Integrated Amatrol Learning system into new manufacturing program.
Adjunct Instructor
Fullerton College
08.2017 - Current
- Provide instruction in Drafting for Metal Trades, Blueprint Reading, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME standards
- Teach AutoCAD and Solidworks on call.
- Assisted students in portfolio preparation, interview skills, and networking.
NAUI SCUBA Instructor
Self-employed
12.2016 - Current
- Emphasize safety, fun, and exploration through various diving activities.
- Certified or assisted with certification of over 100 students.
- Classes taught include Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Enriched Air Nitrox, Rescue Diver, Master Diver, Surface Air-supply Snorkeling, Photography, Drysuit
CAD Technician & Quality Control
Currie Enterprises
04.2014 - 02.2018
- Established catalog of working drawings using Solidworks.
- Implemented quality checks for assembly procedures.
- Produced shop drawings of both new and updated parts.
Design Engineer
IDP / Printec HT
07.2011 - 08.2013
- Created drawings in AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, or Solidworks of circuit membranes, graphic overlays, or plastic housings for clients' review
- Assisted in price estimation of finished membrane switches and labels.
CAD Technician
Friant & Associates
10.2008 - 10.2009
- Worked with sales dept to prepare drawings of casegoods for clients' review
- Prepared cut-sheets to streamline production
Mapping Technician
RBF Consulting
05.1999 - 07.2008
- Reviewed and checked surface models by comparing control points on ground with field equipment readings.
- Generated maps and map products based upon data collected from different projects and ground sensors.
- Reviewed maps used in company's GPS products and edited representations with AutoCAD Civil3D
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Career and Technical Studies
California State University - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA 05.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Industrial Drafting
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA 05.2012 - 12.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial And Product Design
Academy Art University
San Francisco, CA 08.2006 - 05.2009
Skills
Dassault Systems Solidworks
AutoDesk Fusion360 & AutoCAD
Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
Microsoft Office, Windows
Robert McNeel & Associates Rhinoceros 3D
Classroom technology integration
Online instruction: Canvas, Blackboard, & Powerschool
Adult Education
Certification
CTE Engineering and Architecture - Credential Cleared
Interests
Photography
Automotive Sports
Timeline
CTE Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2022 - Current
CTE Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Career and Technical Studies
California State University - San Bernardino
05.2019 - 12.2020
Adjunct Instructor
Fullerton College
08.2017 - Current
NAUI SCUBA Instructor
Self-employed
12.2016 - Current
CAD Technician & Quality Control
Currie Enterprises
04.2014 - 02.2018
Associate of Science - Industrial Drafting
Fullerton College
05.2012 - 12.2015
Design Engineer
IDP / Printec HT
07.2011 - 08.2013
CAD Technician
Friant & Associates
10.2008 - 10.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial And Product Design
Academy Art University
08.2006 - 05.2009
Mapping Technician
RBF Consulting
05.1999 - 07.2008
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