7-9th Educator

Sheri L. Fuller

515-***-**** *** NW Sunset Lane

*************@*****.*** Grimes, IA 50111

Seeking Position As:

Trusted Professional

Trustworthy, driven, and responsible professional has over 29 years of collective experience in management and teaching. Experienced working directly with diverse students, staff, and faculty. Well-organized, team player, maintains a positive and dynamic attitude. Reliable and motivated, detail-oriented and has leadership capabilities which can help drive and motivate employees and students to accomplish their goals. Has a proven ability to quickly learn complex software applications. Able to work effectively and efficiently under stress and meet deadlines; has demonstrated the ability to analyze complex and detailed material, and effective management skills within multi-campus environment. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the determination to successfully train, drive and motivate multiple students, employees, and staff to perform in the education field.

Passion for Helping Students Succeed Outstanding Leadership & Communication Talent

Organizing, Planning & Execution Proven Management Skills & Superior Customer Service

Excellent Organizational Skills Creative in Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution

Teaching Experience

Dallas Center Grimes August 2015-Present

Computer Science, Business Teacher, and Special Education Associate, Grimes, IA

●Created meaningful curriculum for all age levels

●Managed classroom behavior in a fast-paced and structured environment

●Taught:

● 8th grade exploratory Business (15-16)

● 9th Microsoft Office, General Business, and Sports & Entertainment Marketing (15-16)

● 8th grade Technology (16-17)

● 7th grade Computer Science (21-present)

●7-12th grade Strat I & II Paraprofessional (15 – present)

●Assistant High School Volleyball Coach (2015 – present)

●Head 8th Grade Basketball Coach (2017 – present)

●Head 7th Grade Girls Track Coach (2016 – 2018)

●Utilized organizational skills, flexibility, time management, and ability to meet deadlines

●Implement schedules for students

●Provide support to students with disabilities

●Fulfill personal hygiene plans for students

●Carry a positive attitude at all times

●Know when to back off or step in with various situations through the school day

●Utilized organizational skills, flexibility, time management, and ability to meet deadlines

●Implement schedules for students

●Provide support to students with disabilities

●Fulfill personal hygiene plans for students

●Carry a positive attitude at all times

●Know when to back off or step in with various situations through the school day

University of Phoenix Feb 2009 – September 2016

Adjunct Instructor (Online), Phoenix, AZ

●Provided quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations

●Created syllabus and timeline of classes for students each semester

●Developed on-line meeting times for students and managed on-line grading system

●Taught Foundations for General Education and Professional Success, University Studies, and Skills for Professional Development

William Penn University College for Working Adults Nov 1999 – Apr 2007

Adjunct Instructor, West Des Moines, IA

●Taught Lifelong Learning, Orientation to Adult Education, Wellness and Fitness for Managers, Computer Applications, Speech, Conflict Resolution in the Workplace, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategies for Success

●Distributed and reviewed the course syllabus, utilized active learning methods and used a variety of instructional strategies designed to assist the learner in meeting the objectives of the course

●Followed the course or program standard design, and provided support to the students’ learning goals by focusing on student learning outcomes

Mormon Trail Community Schools July 1994 – May 1999

K-12 Music Educator, Garden Grove, IA

●Created meaningful curriculum for all age levels

●Managed classroom behavior in a fast-paced and structured environment

●Vocal Music-Taught 7-12 Concert choir, 9-12 Show choir and Small group ensembles

●Organized practices for all specialty groups to meet either before or after school

●Managed field trips and publicity for concerts such as programs and flyers

●Instrumental Music-Taught 7-12 Marching band, Pep band, and Concert band and 9-12 Jazz Band

●Managed deadlines for contest entry

●Drama-Directed four Musicals, including all aspects of the production

●Athletics-Coached High School Volleyball, Basketball, Girl’s Track and Softball

●Utilized organizational skills, flexibility, time management, and ability to meet deadlines

Related Education Experience

Des Moines Area Community College Dec 2010 – August 2015

Financial Aid Specialist/Student Accounts, Des Moines, IA

●Advise students about financial aid packages and payment options

●Assist difficult students with conflict resolution

●Communicate effectively with a diverse population of students and organizations

●Analyze, evaluate and process financial assistance applications for eligibility

●Respond to student questions individually and confidentially

●Research and resolve problems related to transactions handled by financial aid and student accounts

●Reconcile and monitor the disbursement of specific institutional, state and/or federal funds

●Provide advice and counsel regarding available financial aid opportunities, eligibility requirements and the application process to students and parents

●Monitor and clarify Satisfactory Academic Progress, enrollment status and attendance to determine aid eligibility

●Receive and process student tuition payments, scholarship funds, daily bank deposits, miscellaneous fees, and reconcile daily student account closing

●Analyze and disseminate student account information to students, parents, spouses, and agencies/employers in accordance with guidelines established by the Privacy Act

●Assist students in establishing payment plans and activating DMACC One cards

William Penn University College for Working Adults Apr 2004 – Apr 2007

Director, Student Services, West Des Moines, IA

●Served as the Registrar at satellite campus; managed six direct reports in a multi-campus environment, and provided assistance to the Dean with the University’s day-to-day operations

●Assisted in the design, development, and implementation of online student web information system; organized graduation for the College for Working Adults Program

●Conducted student credit audits, created and oversaw tracking systems for students, attendance, and grades; built and maintained the student services manual

●Initiated periodic studies of student needs; compiled information and provided statistical data as needed; organized student appreciation events with student services team

●Participated in the leadership committee and regularly communicated with the Director of Academic Services on student grade protest issues

●Facilitated faculty development workshops, and supervised testing programs for undergraduate academic credit examinations; spearheaded student services meetings

●Identified situations on which student policy and procedure violations occurred and administered appropriate disciplinary action

William Penn University College for Working Adults Aug 2002 – Apr 2004

Academic Advisor, West Des Moines, IA

●Performed multi-site undergraduate advisement, created improvements for student educational plans, and helped the Registrar in assessing the needs of student problems

●Identified a plan of action for students with learning team and faculty problems

●Provided assistance with the planning and implementation of graduation ceremonies

●Conducted student credit audits, communicated with program directors and admissions on the status of current students, and reviewed courses that students had taken and established a plan for completion

William Penn University College for Working Adults Mar 2001 – August 2002

Director of Facilities and Resources

West Des Moines, IA

●Built, managed, and organized the textbook purchasing system; requisitioned textbooks and retail clothing, and coordinated book distribution for multi-site campuses

●Managed multi-site facilities and ordering of office materials; coordinated a group of students to be responsible for the opening and closing of multi-site campuses

●Liaised between R & R Realty Group and the College for Working Adults; performed environmental hazard management/planning and remediation

Additional Work Experience

William Penn University College for Working Adults Sept 1999 – Mar 2001

Financial Aid Counselor, West Des Moines, IA

Capitol City Graphics, Inc. Dec 2007 – Nov 2009

Graphic Data Specialist, Des Moines, IA

Absolute Concrete Construction July 2007 – Dec 2007

Human Resources Coordinator, Slater, IA

Additional Coaching Experience

DCG Volleyball & Basketball Camps 2016-present

DCG Fillies Youth Basketball 2012-2016

William Penn College Skills Basketball Camps 1990-2012

Southern Iowa High Flyers Girls Basketball 1995-2007

Education & Technical Skills

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, 2012

Master of Science in Psychology

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, 2004

Master of Arts in Education, Adult Learning & Distance Education

William Penn College, Oskaloosa, IA, 1994, Bachelor of Arts in Music Education K-12

Certifications in Teaching & Coaching

Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny, IA, 1999

Associate in Science in Business Administration

Iowa Licensure & Endorsements

Master Educator License #322516

K - 12 Athletic Coach

K - 12 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate

K – 12 Instructional Strategist II: BD/ID/LD

K - 12 Music

5 - 12 Business - All

5 - 12 Computer Science

5 - 12 Psychology

Computer Applications & Experience:

Apple MacBook Air Macintosh Infinite Campus WeVideo

Code.org Windows Banner CARS Database Paradox for Windows

Internet Explorer Google Chrome Firefox Netscape Microsoft Office Suite

LCD Projectors Vegas Movie Studio SONY DVD Architect Studio Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop Canon EOS Rebel Kodak P880 Kodak Digitizing Photo Editing

Music/Video Editing Quark Cyberlink Power Director Typing Skills (51 WPM)

Adding Memory to Computers Replacing Hardware Updating Software Reimaging Computers

Awards & Achievements:

Mormon Trail Schools Excellence in Teaching Award, 1994-1999

William Penn University Two time Outstanding Instructor Award

William Penn University President’s Excellence Award Nominee, 2004 & 2006

William Penn University Two time President’s Excellence in Service Award

University of Phoenix Magna Cum Laude in both Master’s Programs

References Gladly Provided Upon Request

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