Shannon James (Teaching Assistant) was born in Patterson,California and raised in West Jordan, Utah. She attended Utah State University and graduated with a degree in Health Education/Exercise Science. Teaching the importance of physical fitness and health education has always been a passion of hers. However, pursuing her career ambitions as a school teacher, she took time off to raise her two beautiful children. Over these years, Shannon enjoyed her involvement in the development of her own two children as well as others. She was involved in substitute teaching, being a teacher’s aide, coaching gymnastics and volunteering for the PTA. Shannon is looking forward to having her son attend Early Light Academy as a 7th grader and her new position as a teacher assistant has brought much excitement to her family.

Off the clock, Shannon enjoys running 5k and 10k races, weight-training, yoga, and reading a good book while basking in the sun. She loves football (Go Chargers!), movie nights with yummy popcorn, shopping for bargains, hanging out with her kids, date night with hubby and laughing out loud.

She is looking forward to being part of this monumental first year at Early Light Academy. Shannon is excited to make new friends and work with an incredible staff and faculty. She hopes to touch many lives and hearts through her influence, sincere words of praise, encouragement and belief that all things are possible.