Cortney Powers
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Instructional leader with 20+ years of experience in secondary education, including service as a middle school assistant principal, mathematics teacher, teacher coach, and lead teacher. Oversees student support, school safety, assessment, and campus operations while working with staff and families to strengthen instruction and school culture. Uses data and collaborative planning to set priorities and monitor progress.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Menifee Union School District
Menifee, California
01.2023 - Current
- Reviewed assessment data and supported intervention planning for struggling students.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
- Coached teachers through instructional strategies and conducted classroom walkthroughs to enhance teaching practices.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline to maintain a safe and conducive learning environment.
- Fostered positive school climate by enhancing communication channels among staff, students, and families.
- Led campus safety procedures and emergency response planning.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
High School Math Teacher
Perris Union High School District
Homeland, California
08.2018 - 01.2023
- Delivered math instruction aligned with district pacing guides and California standards.
- Differentiated instruction for English learners, SPED, and struggling students.
- Collaborated with department teams to develop curriculum, assessments, and instructional strategies that addressed student learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies to ensure successful outcomes in mathematics courses.
- Communicated with parents, counselors, and administrators to support student success and address individual needs.
- Led Parent Math Night to engage families in student learning and promote math resources.
- Provided guidance to Black Student Union and African American Parent Advisory Council.
- Co-facilitated PD at CMC-South with colleagues
Associate Professor
University of Phoenix
Ontario, California
03.2012 - 03.2019
- Instructed on differentiation strategies and integration of technology to enhance classroom engagement.
- Facilitated teacher development through targeted coaching, constructive feedback, and mentoring support.
- Provided instructions to adult learners in college level Algebra
courses. - Provide instruction on effective practices in Math Education for students seeking their teaching credential.
- Evaluated student assignments and provided detailed academic feedback.
- Provided instructions to adult learners in college level Algebra courses.
High School Math Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
Los Angeles, California
07.2006 - 06.2018
- Delivered math instruction aligned with district pacing guides and California standards.
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs of English learners, SPED, and struggling students.
- Collaborated with department teams to enhance curriculum, assessments, and instructional strategies for improved student engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies to ensure successful outcomes in mathematics courses.
- Communicated proactively with parents, counselors, and administrators to address and support student needs.
- Facilitated professional learning community meetings as department chair
- As Mentor Lead Teacher worked with Veteran and New teacher to reflect on practices that improve student results
- Advised Students Run LA (marathon training)
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
University of La Verne
La Verne05-2027
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson05-2018
Master of Science - Mathematics
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA03-2006
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2004
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Curriculum development
- Intervention Design
- Instructional design
- Mathematics instruction
- Data analysis
- Classroom management
- Leadership
- Team building
- Attention to detail
- Cultural awareness
- Classroom observation
- Strategic planning
- Standardized testing
- Secondary Education
Certification
- California Administrative Services Credential | Expires July 1, 2029,
ACSA Principal's Academy
Teacher Clarity Certified
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Menifee Union School District
01.2023 - Current
High School Math Teacher
Perris Union High School District
08.2018 - 01.2023
Associate Professor
University of Phoenix
03.2012 - 03.2019
High School Math Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.2006 - 06.2018
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
University of La Verne
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Master of Science - Mathematics
University of California, Riverside
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of California, Riverside