- Outdoor Recreation
- Historical Exploration
- Gardening
- Adventure Travel Through Riding
- Drawing and Painting
Sherry (McMasters) Patterson
Bella Vista
Summary
Experienced with creating engaging and informative lesson plans that spark student interest in social studies. Uses innovative teaching methods to facilitate comprehensive understanding of historical and social concepts. Strong understanding of classroom management and curriculum development to maintain effective learning environment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
JH Social Studies Teacher
McDonald County R1
01.2023 - Current
- Southwest City Elementary
- 417-845-3321
- 417-762-3251
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
Special Services Director
Bakersfield School District
01.2022 - 01.2023
- 417-284-7333
- Tutored small groups and individual students
- Increased team productivity by providing ongoing training and mentoring to staff members.
District Superintendent
Cedar Ridge School District
01.2020 - 01.2022
- 870-201-2577
- Promoted a positive school culture by fostering collaboration among staff, students, and families.
- Strengthened partnerships with higher education institutions to provide dual enrollment opportunities for high school students.
- Managed human resources functions including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, retention of highly qualified teachers.
- Boosted parent engagement by hosting community events, and workshops.
District Superintendent
Couch R-I School District
01.2012 - 01.2020
- District Superintendent (2016-2020)
- High School Principal (2014-2016)
- K-12 Principal (2012-2014)
- 417-938-4212
- Established clear expectations for student behavior, resulting in improved overall discipline within schools.
- Enhanced teacher performance through comprehensive professional development programs and regular evaluations.
- Optimized transportation routes to reduce costs while maintaining safe travel conditions for students.
- Boosted parent engagement by hosting community events, workshops, and open forums to discuss district-related issues.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
High School Principal
South Pemiscot School District
01.1998 - 01.2012
- High School Principal (2011-2012)
- High School Assistant Principal (2008-2011)
- High School Athletic Director (2009-2011)
- High School History Teacher (1999-2008)
- ISS and Detention Supervisor (2004-2008)
- Girls Basketball Coach (1999-2003)
- HS Special Education Teacher (1998-1999)
- 573-695-4426
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Addressed disciplinary issues promptly and fairly, upholding a consistent standard of behavior expectations across the school community.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Title I Teacher
Valley View School District
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Head JH and HS Girls Volleyball Coach
- Assistant High School Track Coach
- 870-935-6200 ext.9
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Ph.D. - Education Administration
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO05-2017
Specialist - Education Leadership, Superintendent
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2015
Masters - Education Leadership, Principal
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2008
Bachelors - Physical Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-1996
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Technology implementation
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavior modeling
- Group instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Positive learning environment
- Problem-solving
- Discipline
- Creative problem solving
- Academic record keeping
- Social studies teaching
Certification
Arkansas
- District Superintendent K-12
- Building Principal K-12
- Physical Education K-12
Missouri
- Special Education Mild to Moderate K-12
- Special Education Birth to Early Childhood B-3
- Social Studies 5th-12th
Interests
Timeline
JH Social Studies Teacher
McDonald County R1
01.2023 - Current
Special Services Director
Bakersfield School District
01.2022 - 01.2023
District Superintendent
Cedar Ridge School District
01.2020 - 01.2022
District Superintendent
Couch R-I School District
01.2012 - 01.2020
High School Principal
South Pemiscot School District
01.1998 - 01.2012
Title I Teacher
Valley View School District
01.1996 - 01.1998
Ph.D. - Education Administration
Lindenwood University
Specialist - Education Leadership, Superintendent
Arkansas State University
Masters - Education Leadership, Principal
Arkansas State University
Bachelors - Physical Education
Arkansas State University
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