Charlotte Harkness

Education

M.A. Education (Curriculum & Instruction), California State University, Chico 2012

B.A. Psychology, California State University, Chico 1973

Areas of Expertise

• Elementary & middle school education
• Mentor Teacher

Biography

Charlotte Harkness was a classroom teacher in multiple grades Pre K-9, including high school English and Algebra, for 43 years. In addition, she served in administrative roles including assistant principal and earned a Certificate in Community College Faculty Preparation/Adult Education while completing her Masters Degree. During those years, Charlotte mentored student teachers and, after retiring from the classroom full-time, she continued as a mentor teacher for induction programs in Northern California. In the fall of 2021, Charlotte began working as a University Supervisor for the School of Education. 

Awards

Sarah D. Barder Fellowship, Center for Talented Youth, Johns Hopkins University (2007-present)

Golden Key International Honor Society (2011)

Wells Fargo Teacher of the Year Award (2005)

Who's Who Among America's Teachers (2004-2007)

Disney's American Teacher Awards Nominee (2002)