VALARIE SHERWOOD
Ogden,UT
Summary
Passionate and hardworking professional committed to affording students the quality academic and social education needed for a lucrative and productive future. Dedicated to creating a classroom environment that encourages social and emotional growth through effective learning programs. Possess strong communication and collaboration capacities with parents, fellow teachers and administration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Bruin Point Elementary / Carbon School District
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
- Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
Third Grade Teacher
Bruin Point Elementary / Carbon School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Paraprofessional Educator/After School Assistant
Bruin Point Elementary/Carbon School District
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Freight Scheduler
FLS Transportation Services
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Operated computer systems to track shipments to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborated with team members to resolve challenges and improve productivity
- Communicated with drivers and dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules.
Supply Planning/Customer Service Representative
Sun Products Corporation, Now Henkel
07.2001 - 07.2017
- Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives
- Utilized customer service software to manage interactions and track customer satisfaction
- Trained staff on operating procedures and company services
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders, and resolve item issues
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Western Governors University
05.2021
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Snow College
05.1986
Skills
- Test Preparation
- Team Collaboration
- Standardized Tests
- Classroom Management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Standards Compliance
- Performance Measurement
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Bruin Point Elementary / Carbon School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
Fourth Grade Teacher
Bruin Point Elementary / Carbon School District
08.2020 - 01.2023
Paraprofessional Educator/After School Assistant
Bruin Point Elementary/Carbon School District
02.2019 - 05.2020
Freight Scheduler
FLS Transportation Services
07.2017 - 12.2018
Supply Planning/Customer Service Representative
Sun Products Corporation, Now Henkel
07.2001 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Snow College
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