Cora Thompson
Savannah,USA
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full Professor
Savannah State University
03.2025 - Current
- Strengthened department reputation by presenting at conferences, serving on committees, and participating in professional organizations.
- Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
- Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Led curriculum revision efforts to ensure content relevancy and compliance with accreditation standards.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Identified research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
Post Baccalaureate Coordinator
Savannah State University
01.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: College of Education
- College of Education
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Enhanced project tracking by developing comprehensive database, which allowed for real-time updates and adjustments.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Field & Clinical Coordinator
Savannah State University
01.2013 - Current
- Company Overview: College of Education
- College of Education
Associate Professor
Savannah State University
01.2018 - 03.2025
- Company Overview: College of Education
- College of Education
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, refine instructional strategies, and improve overall teaching quality.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience while also promoting community involvement.
Assistant Professor
Savannah State University
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Company Overview: College of Education
- College of Education
Adjunct Professor
South University
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: Leadership
- Leadership
Site Coordinator
21st Century After-School Program
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: SCCPSS
- SCCPSS
New Teacher Induction Coordinator
Hodge Elementary
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Savannah Chatham County School District
- Savannah Chatham County School District
English Instructor
Project Excel Summer Program
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Savannah State University
- Savannah State University
ELA Resource Teacher
Hodge Elementary
01.2007 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Savannah Chatham County School District
- Savannah Chatham County School District
Differentiated Specialist
Savannah Chatham County School District
01.2005 - 12.2007
Classroom Teacher
Savannah Chatham County School District
01.1985 - 12.2005
Classroom Teacher
Liberty County School District
01.1980 - 12.1985
Education
Ed.D. - Doctorate of Education, Organizational Leadership, Concentration
Nova Southeastern University
01.2007
M.Ed. - Master of Education, Educational Leadership, Concentration
Troy State University
01.2003
B. S. - Elementary Education Early Childhood, Minor
Savannah State University
01.1980
Diploma - College Readiness Curriculum
Savannah High School
01.1976
Skills
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Time management
- Classroom management
- Team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Online teaching
- Syllabus development
- Student-centered learning
- Curriculum development
- Community outreach
- Student recruitment
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Georgia Teacher Certification T7, Elementary Education, Middle Grades ELA, Middle Grades Social Studies, Gifted, Reading, Teacher Leader
Presentations
- 2014, Assessing Students’ Field Experiences for Recruitment of Quality Teacher Candidates, GATE (Georgia Association of Teacher Education) Conference, Young Harris, Georgia
- 2014, From Teacher Candidate to Professional Teaching, THRIVE Professional Development (SCCPSS), Savannah, Georgia
- 2014, Ending? This is Only the Beginning: Fifth Grade Bridging Ceremony, Keynote Speaker, Savannah, Georgia
- 2015, Read Aloud-Is Worth It?, FEA (Future Educators Association) Conference, St. Simons Island, Georgia
- 2015, What to Expect as a Teacher Candidate, FGE (Future Georgia Educators) Conference (Georgia Southern University), Statesboro, Georgia
- 2015, Intellectual Property: Fifth Grade Bridging Ceremony, Keynote Speaker, Savannah, Georgia
- 2016, Understanding edTPA, Tips for Administrators, THRIVE Professional Development (SCCPSS), Savannah, Georgia
- 2016, Public Speaking Workshop, Savannah, Georgia
- 2017, Public Speaking Is You, TRIO Georgia 17th Annual Student initiative Leadership Conference, Savannah, Georgia
- 2018, Communities and Partnerships in Practice, GATE (Georgia Association of Teacher Education) Conference, Helen, Georgia
- 2019, African American male Institutional Progression: Through The Eye of The TIGER, SHEEO (State Higher Education Executive Officers Association) Conference, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- 2020, Building the Teacher and Leader Pipeline, GaPSC Southeast P20 Collaborative, Fall, Virtual
- 2021, The Black Male Teacher Initiative, GaPSC Annual Certification Conference, Virtual
- 2022, Partnership- Collaborations with Teacher Preparation Programs, Chatham Retired Educators Association, Savannah, Georgia
- 2023, Recruiting Men of Color for the Classroom, GaPSC HBCU Summit, Virtual
- 2024, Building Bridge- Navigating Changes, USG Teaching and Learning Conference, Athens, Georgia
Appointments
- Interim Department Chair for the College of Education, 2018
- Interim Dean for the College of Education, 2019
Grants
- 2014, Committee Member, Savannah State University Tobacco Cessation Mini Grant, $3,500, SSU was awarded a mini grant from the University System of Georgia (USG) Board of Regents to implement smoking and tobacco cessation measures on campus.
- 2014, PI, Transforming Educator Preparation (TEP) Grant, $11,880, The TEP Grant was funded by Georgia’s Race to the Top to address the needs of Georgia EPP (Education Preparation Providers) and their partner school districts and agencies.
- 2015, Co-PI, Core i3 (Collaborative Regional Education—Investing in Innovation) Grant, $56,000, Partnership between SSU and Jacksonville State University focused on improving high school graduation and college readiness.
- 2018, Professional Development Coordinator, GI-Impact: Expanding HBCU Pathways for Geoscience Education, $177,512, The grant focuses on expanding HBCU Pathways to Geoscience Education offerings.
- 2018, PI, GEAR UP Georgia State Grant, $987,000, The grant provides Georgia students with supportive services to help them receive their high school diploma.
Committees
- Faculty Senate, Savannah State University
- Calendar Committee, Savannah State University
- Committees-on-Committees, Savannah State University
- Safety Taskforce, Savannah State University
- Freedom Day Committee, Savannah State University
- Annual Faculty/Staff Campaign Scholarship Drive, Savannah State University
- Gala Committee, Savannah State University
- Faculty Athletics Representative Committee, Savannah State University
- Academic Affairs Leadership Council, Savannah State University
- Deans Council, Savannah State University
- Library and Education Media Committee, Savannah State University
- P-20 Collaborative Task Force, GaPSC (Georgia Professional Standards Commission)
- Middle Grades Task Force, GaPSC (Georgia Professional Standards Commission)
Search Committees
- Dean of College of Education (COE), Savannah State University
- Program Coordinator, GEAR UP Georgia (COE), Savannah State University
- Assessment Specialist for the College of Education (COE), Savannah State University
- Biology Professor for the College of Education (COE), Savannah State University
- Center for Academic Success (CAS) Director, Savannah State University
- Learning Support Specialist (CAS), Savannah State University
- Political Science & Public Affairs Department Chair (CLASS), Savannah State University
- Professional Advisors (CAS), Savannah State University
Conferences Workshops
- 2014, HBCU Symposium
- 2014, American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education 66th Annual Conference
- 2014, Georgia Association of Educators Student Program, Professional Teaching and Learning Conference
- 2015, HBCU Teacher Preparation Summit
- 2015, American Association of State Colleges and Universities
- 2015, Georgia Field Directors Workshop
- 2016, Southeast NOYCE Regional Conference
- 2016, GaPSC Technical Assistance Workshop
- 2016, Traditional Program Management System (TPMS) Training
- 2017, NOYCE Summit
- 2017, GEAR UP Georgia Conference
- 2018, Georgia Fields Directors Conference
- 2018, Southeast NOYCE Regional Conference
- 2018, GEAR UP Conference
- 2022, Georgia Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
- 2023, GaPSC HBCU
- 2023, USG New Deans and Chairs Workshop
- 2024, GaPSC Webinars
- 2024, USG Teaching and Learning Conference
Curriculum Development
- FYE 1200 Syllabus, First Year Experience. Core Curriculum., South University, Savannah, Georgia
- LEA 5100 Syllabus, Introduction to Organizational Leadership. Masters in Leadership., South University, Savannah, Georgia
- EDUC 2110 Syllabus, (Investigating Critical and Contemporary Issues in Education)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 3040 Syllabus, (Classroom Management and Ethics)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 3200 Syllabus, (Curriculum and Assessment)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 4000 02 Syllabus, (Special Topics, Differentiated Instruction)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 4000 03 Syllabus, (Special Topics, Methods and Practicum)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 4475 Syllabus, (Clinical Practice/Student Teaching)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 4476 Syllabus, (Student Teaching Seminar)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- Post Baccalaureate Program Map, (six 5000 Level courses)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 5130 Syllabus, (Exploring Teaching and Learning)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 5200 Syllabus, (Curriculum and Assessment)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 5201 Syllabus, (Literacy in the Content Area)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 5040 Syllabus, (Classroom Management and Ethics)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 5400 Syllabus, (Methods and Research with Practicum)., College of Education, Savannah State University
- EDUC 5475 Syllabus, (Student Teaching Internship)., College of Education, Savannah State University
Professional Memberships
- Phi Delta Kappa (PDK), 2004-present
- Georgia Retired Educators Association (GREA), 2013-present
- Chatham Association of Retired Educators (CREA), 2013-present
- Georgia Field Directors Association (GFDA), 2014-present
- Georgia Association of Educators (GAE), 2015-present
- Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society, 2018-present
Outreach And Service
- Georgia Southern At Risk Youth Conference Blind Proposal Reader
- Savannah State University NOYCE Advisory Committee
- Savannah State University Open Campus Day
- Tybee Island Maritime Academy Governing Board
- Savannah Chatham County Public School System Career Education Advisory Council
- Savannah Chatham County Public School System Teach Savannah Learning Academy Advisory Board
- Savannah State University National Alumni Association Life Member
- Savannah State University Savannah Chapter Alumni Association
- Student Leadership Program (SLP) Community Advisor partnership Gulfstream for Savannah-Chatham County High Schools
- Savannah Chatham County School (SCCPSS) STEM Exposition, Judge
- SCCPSS Math Awareness at Myers Middle School
- SCCPSS Annual Testing Proctor, Georgia Milestone Assessment System (GMAS)
- SCCPSS District Wide Spelling Bee, Co-Chair
- SCCPSS Read Across America Activities for Elementary Schools
- SCCPSS Teacher of the Year (TOTY) Application Reader, Reviewer, and Judge
- SCCPSS STEM Exposition, Judge
- SCCPSS Elementary, Middle, & High School Career Fairs
- Effingham County Elementary, Middle, & High School Career Fairs
- People Helping People of Savannah Volunteer
- Susan P. Komen Breast Cancer Volunteer
- Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD), Women of Status & Breast Cancer Program Coordinator
- Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD) Top Teens of America, Mentor (High School Age Students)
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), Graduate Advisor Gamma Upsilon Chapter
- AKA Precious Gem Youth Group Mentor (Middle School Girls), Youth Leadership Institute Mentor (Middle School Boys and Girls)
- National Council of Negro Women (NCNW)
- Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD), Dean for Top Teens of America Summer Leadership Academy
- National Coalition of 100 Black Women, 1st Vice-President
- St. Philip Monumental AME Church Member
- Church Officer, Steward
- Missionary Society Organization, Mission Work Co-Chair
- Breast Cancer Awareness Organization, Co-Chair
- SSU Annual Day Program Co-Chair
- Young People Department, Director
Fax
(912) 358-3541
Publications
- Conyers, E., 2022, Timeless Service in Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, 2nd Edition., iUniverse LLC Publishing Company, Bloomington, Indiana
- Cunningham, K., 2015, Introduction to Critical Issues in Education “Chapter 14- Classroom Management Dr. Cora Thompson, 1st Edition, Cognella Academic Publishing, San Diego, California
Leadership Experience
- Governing Board Member, Tybee Island Maritime Academy, Savannah-Chatham County School District
- Tribunal Advisory Board Member, Oglethorpe Charter Middle School, Savannah-Chatham County School District
- Level CEAC Member, Savannah-Chatham County School District
- Reader and Evaluator, Savannah-Chatham County School District Teacher of the Year
- Advisory Board Member, Teach Savannah Learning Academy
- Community Advisor, Gulfstream SLP, Community Advisor for Secondary Students in Savannah Chatham County Public School District
- Deans Council Member, USG (University System of Georgia)
- NOYCE Advisory Board Member, Savannah State University College of Education
- Campus Advisor, Savannah State University Student Organizations, Georgia Educators Association, Educators Rising, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Gamma Upsilon Chapter, iTIGER Male Initiative (Co-Founder), Blaq Silhouettes Dance Team, Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society (SSU Charter Originator)
Timeline
Full Professor
Savannah State University
03.2025 - Current
Post Baccalaureate Coordinator
Savannah State University
01.2019 - Current
Associate Professor
Savannah State University
01.2018 - 03.2025
Field & Clinical Coordinator
Savannah State University
01.2013 - Current
Assistant Professor
Savannah State University
01.2013 - 12.2018
Adjunct Professor
South University
01.2011 - 12.2013
Site Coordinator
21st Century After-School Program
01.2011 - 12.2013
New Teacher Induction Coordinator
Hodge Elementary
01.2008 - 12.2012
English Instructor
Project Excel Summer Program
01.2008 - 12.2012
ELA Resource Teacher
Hodge Elementary
01.2007 - 12.2012
Differentiated Specialist
Savannah Chatham County School District
01.2005 - 12.2007
Classroom Teacher
Savannah Chatham County School District
01.1985 - 12.2005
Classroom Teacher
Liberty County School District
01.1980 - 12.1985
M.Ed. - Master of Education, Educational Leadership, Concentration
Troy State University
B. S. - Elementary Education Early Childhood, Minor
Savannah State University
Diploma - College Readiness Curriculum
Savannah High School
Ed.D. - Doctorate of Education, Organizational Leadership, Concentration
Nova Southeastern University
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