Dawson Shirley
Duluth
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Financial Advisor
Northwestern Mutual
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Completed an internship focused on client prospecting and financial analysis to assess how our services could further support their needs and position us as a trusted long-term resource.
- Prepared comprehensive forecasting reports for senior leadership as necessary.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date financial spreadsheets and databases for reliable reference.
Laborer
Benoit Landscaping
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Providing landscaping services for high end homes, as well as weekly maintenance on homes. Manual labor and machine work.
Ski Instructor
Spirit Mountain Recreation Area
01.2026 - Current
- Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities to customers and guests.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
Paraprofessional
Duluth Public Schools
09.2025 - Current
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Server/bartender
Paddle Trap
01.2021 - 09.2025
- Waited tables, assisted to customers’ needs, as well as cleaned and helped the upkeep of the restaurant
Server/bartender
Up North
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Wait tables, bartend and provide customer service to all consumer who come in.
Paraprofessional
RED RIVER HIGH SCHOOL
08.2021 - 01.2023
- I am currently employed at Red River as a paraprofessional assisting kids in their classes. This job is only during the school year.
Respite Care Provider
Pride Inc.
06.2021 - 01.2022
- I worked part time for pride providing kids with disabilities respite care during the day.
Laborer
APPLE WOOD HOMES
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Home remodeling, renovation and contracting.
- Home remodeling, renovation and contracting.
Laborer
Plant Perfect
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Assisting people with their needs such as carrying plants, moving items, loading cars. As well as maintaining plants upkeep.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Nistler College of Business At The University of North Dakot
05-2025
High School Diploma -
Century High School
Bismarck, ND05-2021
Skills
- Consistent work performance
- Documentation
- Arts and crafts
- Disability awareness
- Behavior modification
- Emotional support
- Group facilitation
- Friendly and outgoing
- Learning strategies
- Computer skills
Certification
- Digital Marketing Certification
- Email Marketing Certification
- SEO Marketing Certification
- Life Insurance License — North Dakota
- Health Insurance License — North Dakota
Timeline
Ski Instructor
Spirit Mountain Recreation Area
01.2026 - Current
Paraprofessional
Duluth Public Schools
09.2025 - Current
Junior Financial Advisor
Northwestern Mutual
01.2025 - 05.2025
Laborer
Benoit Landscaping
06.2023 - 08.2023
Server/bartender
Up North
01.2023 - 01.2025
Paraprofessional
RED RIVER HIGH SCHOOL
08.2021 - 01.2023
Respite Care Provider
Pride Inc.
06.2021 - 01.2022
Server/bartender
Paddle Trap
01.2021 - 09.2025
Laborer
APPLE WOOD HOMES
01.2018 - 01.2020
Laborer
Plant Perfect
01.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Nistler College of Business At The University of North Dakot
High School Diploma -
Century High School
Affiliations
- CRU BANGKOK, THAILAND SUMMER MISSION 2025 and 2026
- CRU – 2024-2025