Courtney Forbes
Educator, Researcher, And Leadership Development Coach
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with over 10 years of teaching and research experience in Educational Leadership & Supervision. Passionate about fostering academic growth and engaging students in dynamic, inclusive, and innovative learning environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Leadership Development Coach
Department Of Education
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with HR departments to create succession planning strategies, ensuring the organization''s future leadership pipeline.
- Established strong relationships with clients by consistently delivering actionable advice that led to measurable improvements in their performance as leaders.
- Measured program effectiveness through ongoing evaluations and feedback from participants, continuously improving content delivery methods.
- Conducted 360-degree feedback assessments for leaders to gain insights into their areas of improvement and development opportunities.
- Implemented individual development plans for high-potential employees, preparing them for future leadership roles within the organization.
- Assisted executives in refining their communication styles, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions to foster teamwork, enhance communication skills, and improve problem-solving abilities among team members.
- Conducted workshops on topics such as emotional intelligence, change management, and strategic planning to improve overall leadership capabilities among managers.
Adjunct Professor
Prince Georges Community College
06.2024 - Current
- Taught undergraduate courses to include, Curriculum Development & design, Assessment and Evaluation in Education, Introduction to Special Education.
- Developed comprehensive syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with institutional standards.
- Fostered interactive and inclusive classroom environments to engage students and encourage critical thinking.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
- Led workshops for faculty on inclusive teaching practices, promoting more welcoming and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Analyzed student feedback to identify areas for improvement, leading to targeted enhancements that increased course effectiveness and student satisfaction.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
Adjunct Professor
Montgomery County Community College
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Taught courses such as Freshman Seminar, Oral Language Development, Principles of Teaching & Learning, Classroom Management Techniques to diverse student populations
- Participated in curriculum development and departmental initiatives
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Analyzed student feedback to identify areas for improvement, leading to targeted enhancements that increased course effectiveness and student satisfaction.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
- Improved learning outcomes with integration of technology in teaching methods, utilizing multimedia presentations and online resources.
- Adapted course materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in notably higher student satisfaction rates.
- Led workshops for faculty on inclusive teaching practices, promoting more welcoming and supportive learning environment for all students.
Principal
Prince Georges County Public School System
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Provided a wide variety of programs and services related to learning and development activities including evaluating training and education needs, planning, and implementing programs for management, technical training, and executive development.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success; Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Designed, delivered, evaluated, and coordinated leadership and management training at the entry through executive-level, as well as stand-alone training programs that develop leaders.
- Developed and implemented training programs, seminars, and meetings tailored to meet specific needs of the organization and offices to enhance employee performance.
- Designed and developed strategic programs (talent and/or learning), communication plans and other attainable change management approaches to implement strategic initiatives on behalf of the enterprise.
- Identified and counseled the business on organizational development issues that affect the success of the organization and articulates how to measure for success, utilizing relevant metrics and training knowledge.
- Developed, coordinated, and delivered organizational and professional development services, to improve operational effectiveness of the organization and office missions.
Assistant Principal
Prince Georges County Public School System
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Researched, developed, and assessed activities related to leadership, management, and organizational development activities, relevant to the services and curriculum of the organization collaborates and consult with colleagues, subject- matter experts and senior leadership officials effectively.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Provided performance training and coaching to school leaders to reduce turnover and increase employee satisfaction.
- Designed and built, internal learning and development programs, including identifying performance, skills, and behavior gaps, making recommendations, and providing solutions to improve business performance, increase retention and develop future leaders
- Coordinated with subject matter experts and internally identified support team to identify data to be collected, determine the data collection methodology, and summarize and analyze data to support strategic initiative
- Supervised program staff assigned to the group Ensures that staff are given assignments commensurate with their responsibilities and that the scope of these assignments is understood
Instructional Systems Specialist
Prince Georges County Public Schools
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools to continually improve learning platforms.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
Education
Ed.D - Educational Leadership & Supervision
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD 05.2001 -
M.Ed - Education & Human Development
George Washington University
Washington, DC 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Communication- Public Relations
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD 05.2001 -
Skills
Expertise in specific academic or research areas
Proficient in educational tools, platforms, or relevant technologies
Strong communication and mentoring skills
Experienced in curriculum development and evaluation
Online class discussion
Academic publication
Online teaching
Student mentoring
Lesson development
Academic advising
Curriculum creation
Technology instructional tools
Presentationsandconferences
1. American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting
• Focus: Educational research, policy, and practice.
2021, 2022 & 2023
2. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) Annual Conference
• Focus: Innovative teaching strategies, curriculum development, and equity in education.
2021, 2022, 2023
3. National Education Association (NEA) Annual Meeting
• Focus: Educational policies, advocacy, and professional development.
2023 & 2024
Affiliations
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Prince Georges Community College
06.2024 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Montgomery County Community College
08.2023 - 06.2024
Leadership Development Coach
Department Of Education
06.2023 - Current
Principal
Prince Georges County Public School System
08.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant Principal
Prince Georges County Public School System
08.2018 - 08.2019
Instructional Systems Specialist
Prince Georges County Public Schools
08.2016 - 08.2018
Ed.D - Educational Leadership & Supervision
Bowie State University
05.2001 -
M.Ed - Education & Human Development
George Washington University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Communication- Public Relations
Bowie State University
05.2001 -
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