Rebecca (Becky) Cooper
Nevada
Summary
I am a retired educator with 30 years of experience working with students, parents, co-workers, and administration. I mentored many first and second-year teachers, providing training and support. Since retirement, I have been the bookkeeper for our rental business and family farm.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper / owner
Cooper's Rentals
Nevada
08.2022 - Current
- Maintain an organized filing system for all financial documents and records.
- Utilize accounting software to track expenses and generate reports effectively.
- Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for our accountant.
Classroom Teacher
El Dorado Springs R-II Schools
EL DORADO SPG
08.1995 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
- Utilized educational technology tools for interactive learning experiences.
- Adapted teaching approaches to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Classroom Teacher
Walker R-IV Schools
Walker
08.1991 - 05.1995
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in diverse learning activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO07-2000
Bachelor of Science - Education
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO05-1991
High School Diploma -
Nevada High School
Nevada, MO05-1987
Skills
- Effective communication (verbal and written)
- Organization
- Financial reporting
- Bookkeeping standards
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
Community Support
- Little Lambs Daycare volunteer, United Methodist Church, Nevada, MO; 2025-present
- Mount Pleasant Cemetery Association, Dederick, MO; 2022-present. I am currently serving as the president of the organization.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bookkeeper / owner
Cooper's Rentals
08.2022 - Current
Classroom Teacher
El Dorado Springs R-II Schools
08.1995 - 06.2020
Classroom Teacher
Walker R-IV Schools
08.1991 - 05.1995
Master of Science - Education
Southwest Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Missouri Southern State University
High School Diploma -
Nevada High School