Shirley Dowell

Dedicated VPK Headstart Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes academic success and personal growth.

VPK Headstart Teacher - Equal Opportunities Council of Indian River County EOCOFIRC - Okeechobee, FL

(2019-08 - 2026-05)

• Developed and implemented inclusive lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning needs.
• Collaborated with staff to create a supportive educational environment fostering student engagement.
• Led professional development workshops enhancing instructional strategies among teaching staff.
• Monitored student progress, providing tailored feedback to improve academic performance and retention.
• Worked with families to obtain necessary services to succeed.
• Work along with RBT;s to follow through with IEP's for children exhibiting behavior issues.
• Implemented strategies set in place for the children in need of additional assistance.
• Worked with the families to establish consistencies that they might not have for their child to succeed.

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education - Post University (2020-05)

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education - Pozst University (2018-03)