Courtney Dowdy
High Point,NC
Summary
Highly focused, friendly and energetic n teacher with over 8 years in the childcare industry and 2 years working in the public school system. I'm motivated to help children by supporting their needs, providing a safe nurturing and engaging environment with a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use in the classroom and out of the classroom.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Guilford County School System
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress and address individual needs.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student growth and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Provided regular feedback to parents on their child's progress and areas for improvement through detailed report cards and parent-teacher conferences.
NC Pre K Assistant
Guilford Child Development
08.2018 - 09.2023
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Used teaching strategies to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over 18 students.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Mentored new staff on effective classroom management techniques.
Pre-K Teacher Assistant
NC, Childcare Network
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Lead Teacher
Kid Appeal Learning Center
01.2013 - 11.2015
- Planned and prepared activities for after school students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Reviewed facility environment, removed concerns and optimized for children's safety. Administered assessments for each child and tracked results. Improved academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques.
Lead Teacher
Little One's World Academy
03.2011 - 12.2013
- Motivated teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning. Oversee inventory activities, including materials monitoring, ordering or requisition, and supply stocking or re-stocking. Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs. Created new lesson plans based on course objectives. Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergarten
Winston Salem State University
12.2022
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC05.2018
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC05.2017
Skills
- Imaginative Play Promotion
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Individual Student Instruction
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Performed Brigance Screening
- Teaching Strategies Gold
- Ready Rosie
Accomplishments
Honors Society
Leadership Academy
Evaas score 2+
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Guilford County School System
09.2023 - Current
NC Pre K Assistant
Guilford Child Development
08.2018 - 09.2023
Pre-K Teacher Assistant
NC, Childcare Network
01.2015 - 08.2018
Lead Teacher
Kid Appeal Learning Center
01.2013 - 11.2015
Lead Teacher
Little One's World Academy
03.2011 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergarten
Winston Salem State University
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Davidson County Community College
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Davidson County Community College
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