Shirley Dobbs
Mountain Grove
Summary
Motivated educator with experience in classroom management and inquiry-based learning. Proven ability to create supportive learning environments and implement effective assessment tools. Ready to contribute to student success through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Teacher - Middle School Mathematics
Springfield Public Schools
Springfield
08.2022 - Current
- Created lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Designed impactful projects that enabled students to apply knowledge in real-world contexts.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and understanding.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively to create a positive learning environment.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching strategies and share resources.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Facilitated after-school clubs, including Math Team, Student Council, and Tabletop Gaming Club.
Student Teacher
West Plains High School
West Plains
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Enhanced comprehension of teaching strategies while assuming greater responsibility for student learning.
- Formulated lesson plans and interactive activities to captivate student interest in learning.
- Mentored and tutored students in a variety of educational topics.
Student Teacher-Practicum
Norwood High School- Agriculture
Norwood
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with the teacher to enhance student understanding of agricultural concepts.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Missouri State University
Springfield05-2022
Master of Science - Agriculture
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources of Agriculture
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO12-2016
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Inquiry-based learning
- Data-driven instruction
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Certification
Educator's Certification- Mathematics 5-9
Timeline
Teacher - Middle School Mathematics
Springfield Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Student Teacher
West Plains High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Student Teacher-Practicum
Norwood High School- Agriculture
09.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - Education
Missouri State University
Master of Science - Agriculture
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources of Agriculture
Missouri State University