Dr. Benjamin Lockett

Dr. Benjamin Lockett, PhD, serves as an Adapted Physical Education Specialist for Newark Unified School District since August 2022 and has held multiple roles in Hayward Unified School District since August 2018, including Head Wrestling Coach, Physical Education Teacher, and Youth Enrichment Program Site Coordinator. Across various educational settings, Lockett has developed and implemented youth programs, supervised athletic activities, and ensured a safe learning environment for students. Previous positions include Program Lead for SMART-E afterschool care in San Carlos School District, Substitute Teacher in San Ramon Valley Unified School District, and Athletic Director for San Francisco Unified School District. Lockett holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice and Corrections from San Francisco State University, a Master’s Degree and a Ph.D. in Sport and Fitness Administration from Concordia University Irvine and Northcentral University respectively, among other certifications.