1. Sharon Benoit
149 Patterson Avenue
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
(413) 734-4691  Sbenoit7@charter.net
http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonbenoit
Profile
Accomplished instructor with over eighteen years experience in both corporate and academic
settings. Strong technology skills that include Microsoft Office and web-based media. Proven
ability to communicate with novice and advanced computer users. Avid learner who is
continually updating and enhancing skills and incorporating new technology into the teaching
environment.
Professional Experience
Teaching
 Twenty years teaching experience in both the business and academic environments
 Tailored Computer Technology workshops to meet the needs of employers
 Integrated digital technologies in online teaching environment
Course Development
 Developed training materials for beginner and advanced level computer users
 Designed and recorded training videos for computer-based training
 Continually updating courseware to keep pace with changing technology
Database Development
 Created student tracking database using Microsoft Access
Work History
FutureWorks Career Center, Springfield, MA 2007-present
Computer Training Specialist
 Facilitate computer workshops for job seekers
 Develop training materials and courseware
 Design and develop computer-based training
 Counsel job seekers and connect them with appropriate services
 Maintain course enrollment database and provide reports as necessary
Springfield Technical Community College, Springfield, MA 1993-present
Adjunct Faculty, Computer Information Technologies
 Prepare and teach introductory level courses in Computer Technologies. Classes include
Introduction to Computers, Computer Concepts, PowerPoint; Internet; Microcomputer
Applications and Advanced Microcomputer Applications (includes Word, Excel, and Access)
and Desktop Publishing.
 Evaluate textbooks and make recommendations for the department

2. Software
Microsoft Office Suite 2003, 2007, 2010
New Media to include LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter
Screencast-o-matic
Certifications
Microsoft Office Certification Access 2003
Teaching Adult Learners Certificate, University of California San Diego extension
In progress with anticipated completion of January 2012
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
Master of Science
Microbiology
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
Bachelor of Science
Microbiology
Springfield Technical Community College, Springfield, MA
Associate of Science
Liberal Arts Transfer