Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Counseling & Student Support Experience
Teaching & Leadership Experience
Community Involvement
Timeline
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Sherrilyn D. Dovi

Nashville,TN

Summary

Empathetic and student-centered math teacher and school counselor with extensive experience in teaching, coaching, and student advocacy. Skilled in building meaningful relationships, supporting student well-being, and fostering inclusive and trusting school environments. Dedicated to promoting academic, social, and emotional growth for all students while collaborating with staff, families, and community partners.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Math Teacher

Metro Nashville Public Schools
Nashville, TN
01.2024 - Current

School Counselor

Birmingham City Schools
Birmingham, AL
01.2023 - 01.2024

School Counselor

Vestavia City Schools
Vestavia Hills, AL
01.2020 - 01.2023

School Counselor

Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County, AL
01.2016 - 01.2020

Instructional Zone Coach

Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County, AL
01.2015 - 01.2016

Instructional Coach

Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County, AL
01.2013 - 01.2015

8th Grade Math Teacher

Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County, AL
01.2010 - 01.2013

Math Intervention Teacher

Tuscaloosa City Schools
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2007 - 01.2010

Title III Instructional Coordinator

Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2004 - 01.2007

Math Teacher

Hoover City Schools
Hoover, AL
01.2002 - 01.2004

Math Teacher

DeKalb County Schools
DeKalb County, GA
01.1997 - 01.2002

6th Grade Math and Science Teacher

Spanish Fort School
Spanish Fort, AL
01.1996 - 01.1997

Education

Ed.S. - School Counseling

University of West Alabama

M.Ed. - School Counseling

University of West Alabama

B.S. - Early Childhood & Elementary Education

University of Alabama

Skills

  • Strong relationship building and rapport with students, families, and staff
  • Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
  • Active listening and empathy
  • Student advocacy and support
  • Behavior intervention and restorative approaches
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
  • Data-informed decision making
  • Equity-focused mindset

Accomplishments

  • Teacher of the Year Award
  • 2nd Mile Teacher Award (Peer Selected)
  • Favorite Teacher Award (Student Selected)
  • 33/40 Teacher of the Week Award
  • Nuts & Bolts Presenter
  • Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Presenter
  • Georgia Industrial Fellowships for Teachers (GIFT) Recipient
  • Achievement Award from Black Faculty & Staff Association
  • Smashville Schoolhouse Teacher 2026
  • Level 5 Math Teacher

Affiliations

  • American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
  • Alabama Counseling Association (ALCA)
  • Independent School Counseling Consultant

Certification

  • HQ School Counseling
  • HQ Middle School Math
  • HQ Early Childhood Education
  • HQ Elementary Education
  • HQ Middle School Generalist

Counseling & Student Support Experience

  • Designed and delivered support for students’ academic, emotional, and social needs
  • Collaborated with families and educators to implement individualized student plans
  • Supported conflict resolution and restorative conversations
  • Advocated for students experiencing personal or academic challenges
  • Helped sponsor The Sisterhood Project, empowering young girls through mentorship

Teaching & Leadership Experience

  • Classroom teaching in Math, Science, Reading, Counseling, and Drama
  • Zone Instructional Coach & Instructional Building Coach
  • Teacher Faculty Leader and Leadership Team Member
  • Designed and facilitated professional development sessions
  • Volleyball Coach and Assistant Basketball Coach
  • Diversity Team Member
  • Instructional Leadership Team B Member
  • AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Team Member

Community Involvement

Girls’ Lunch and Chat, Women’s Discovery Ministry, Serve Day Leader, Greeter at The Life Church Nashville

Timeline

Math Teacher

Metro Nashville Public Schools
01.2024 - Current

School Counselor

Birmingham City Schools
01.2023 - 01.2024

School Counselor

Vestavia City Schools
01.2020 - 01.2023

School Counselor

Jefferson County Schools
01.2016 - 01.2020

Instructional Zone Coach

Jefferson County Schools
01.2015 - 01.2016

Instructional Coach

Jefferson County Schools
01.2013 - 01.2015

8th Grade Math Teacher

Jefferson County Schools
01.2010 - 01.2013

Math Intervention Teacher

Tuscaloosa City Schools
01.2007 - 01.2010

Title III Instructional Coordinator

Shelton State Community College
01.2004 - 01.2007

Math Teacher

Hoover City Schools
01.2002 - 01.2004

Math Teacher

DeKalb County Schools
01.1997 - 01.2002

6th Grade Math and Science Teacher

Spanish Fort School
01.1996 - 01.1997

M.Ed. - School Counseling

University of West Alabama

B.S. - Early Childhood & Elementary Education

University of Alabama

Ed.S. - School Counseling

University of West Alabama