Mark Bennett
Fresno,CA
Summary
Experienced in managing classrooms and implementing student engagement strategies to create a productive learning environment. Utilizes strong communication skills to foster an atmosphere conducive to learning. Demonstrates expertise in curriculum development and instructional techniques tailored to meet diverse learning needs. Committed to facilitating student growth and academic success. Proven ability to maintain classroom order while delivering comprehensive lesson plans. Collaborative approach and reliability allow for seamless adaptation to ever-changing classroom dynamics. Distinguished knowledge of child development. Compassionate Substitute Teacher who excels at working closely with students to maintain progression and address behavioral issues. Dedicated to staying up-to-date with lesson plans while ensuring engaging and enjoyable classrooms for all.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Fresno Unified
Fresno, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
IA II SE
Clovis Unified
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Transportation Manager
Ritchie Trucking Service Holdings
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Manage and monitor all inbound and outbound loads, making sure all equipment meets and exceeds safety standards
- Maintain and grow customer base and routes
- Analyzed the budget of the department and made changes that were needed to maintain budget limits
- Hired and discharged, maintained, and managed the maintenance of the warehouse
- Scheduled inbound and outbound loads to be unloaded/loaded out
- Schedule all repairs to be done
- Oversaw team of 25 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
Road Equipment Operator
County Of Fresno
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Operated equipment such as front loader, motor grader, backhoe, 10 wheel dump truck, street sweeper
- To maintain county roads
Transportation Broker
Linda Burris Transportation
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Found customers, accepted loads, entered all details into computer system
- Dispatched loads, invoiced customer, tracked and maintained position of load while in transit
- Developed strong relationships with carriers and shippers, ensuring timely and accurate communication.
- Managed three customers of my own averaging 600 loads per month moved throughout the United States.
Lead Dispatcher
B&B Transport, inc.
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Manager 40 drivers, Find and book them loads, track and make sure the loads are picked up and delivered on time
- Deal with any rejections and email customers with any issues including, new appointments, late pick up detention
- Also verify and sign off on miles driven by drivers for payroll
Owner Operator Truck Driver
CFI
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Pick up and deliver all loads on time and in safe manner
- Schedule time and routes properly
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Assessed vehicles in fleet, identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance.
Owner/Operator
Central Hauling
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Same as above
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
- Improved safety standards by regularly reviewing protocols and implementing necessary updates.
Owner and Operator
landstar
07.2013 - 04.2016
- Same as above
Owner/Operator
central hauling
11.2011 - 04.2013
- Same as above
Senior Equipment Operator
Baker Hughes Incorporated
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Operated gas fracturing equipment, followed all safety rules that applied
- Hooked up and tore down frac pumps
- Chemical truck, blender, hydration unit are the 3 pieces of equipment I operated
Shipping Assistant Manager
Kohler mix
01.2006 - 10.2009
- Put away the finished product on the stand-up forklift
- Assign doors to inbound and outbound loads
- Loaded and unloaded trucks
- Put a weekly schedule together for each employee, and assigned trucks to be loaded out in what order
- Maintained and input daily inventory of cold storage and dry warehouse
- Scheduled all maintenance to be done on facility and forklifts
- Prepared more than 25 shipments per day with over 2500 completed products.
Education
Teaching Credentials - Elementary Education
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA07-2025
Bachelor's degree - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA03.2025
Associate's degree - GEOGRAPHY
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA05.2022
ASSOCIATES IN ELEMENTARY TEACHING - Early Childhood Education
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA12.2021
High school or equivalent -
Clovis High School
Clovis, CA05.1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Positive reinforcement
- Time management
- Student engagement
- Multi-subject instruction
- Social studies
- Mathematics proficiency
- Classroom organization
Certification
- CDL Class A, 04/98, 08/22, I have had my CDL for over 20 years and still maintain it.
- Tanker Endorsement
- Driver's License
- Air Brake Endorsement
- X Endorsement
- Hazmat Endorsement
Awards
100 percent on time award, 01/01, Received this for delivering and picking up all loads on time for the year.
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Spiritual Leader SJVOA Basketball
I received this award for my work with wheel chair basketball association along with my work within Fresno and Clovis Unified basketball.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Fresno Unified
01.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
07.2023 - 08.2024
IA II SE
Clovis Unified
01.2023 - 06.2023
Transportation Manager
Ritchie Trucking Service Holdings
05.2021 - 08.2022
Road Equipment Operator
County Of Fresno
08.2020 - 01.2021
Transportation Broker
Linda Burris Transportation
08.2018 - 08.2020
Lead Dispatcher
B&B Transport, inc.
11.2017 - 08.2018
Owner Operator Truck Driver
CFI
11.2016 - 11.2017
Owner/Operator
Central Hauling
04.2016 - 11.2016
Owner and Operator
landstar
07.2013 - 04.2016
Owner/Operator
central hauling
11.2011 - 04.2013
Senior Equipment Operator
Baker Hughes Incorporated
11.2009 - 11.2011
Shipping Assistant Manager
Kohler mix
01.2006 - 10.2009
Associate's degree - GEOGRAPHY
Fresno City College
ASSOCIATES IN ELEMENTARY TEACHING - Early Childhood Education
Fresno City College
High school or equivalent -
Clovis High School
Teaching Credentials - Elementary Education
Fresno Pacific University
Bachelor's degree - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Fresno Pacific University
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