Courtney Hare
Spokane,WA
Summary
My professional teaching philosophy is to help influence, inspire and educate the whole student. My passion is working with a diverse group of students by helping equip them with the appropriate life skills to grow and prosper as they enter into adulthood.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
AP Language and Composition/Honors English Teacher
Spokane Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
McFarland Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Head Cheerleading Coach
Othello School District
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Taught range of sport-specific skills with optimal safety standards.
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
- Observed cheerleaders during events and practices to determine needs for individual or team improvement.
English 10 and Honors English 11 Teacher
West Valley School District
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Track Coach
Mead High School
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Oversaw safety conditions of facility or sports area during rehearsal and event times.
- Planned and scheduled regular program of in-season practices.
- Pushed athletes through rigorous training drills following practice schedule, enforcing appropriate exertion levels.
Cheerleading Coach
Mead High School
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Substitute Teacher
Mead School District
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Identified students struggling with material and made arrangements to meet one-on-one during study hall or other time periods to provide additional instruction in one-on-one environment.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
Education
Masters in Teaching - Education
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06.2015
Skills
- Teamwork
- Strong Communication
- Problem Solving
- Flexibility
- Community Building
- Willingness to Learn
- Self-Management
- Leadership
Accomplishments
- AP Certified
- AP Institute 2022
- AP Institute 2021
- Honors Certified
- SEL/Character Strong Leadership Certified
- EL Curriculum Certified 2020
Timeline
AP Language and Composition/Honors English Teacher
Spokane Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
McFarland Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Head Cheerleading Coach
Othello School District
06.2020 - 06.2021
English 10 and Honors English 11 Teacher
West Valley School District
03.2020 - 06.2020
Substitute Teacher
Mead School District
09.2019 - 03.2020
Track Coach
Mead High School
02.2019 - 06.2020
Cheerleading Coach
Mead High School
08.2017 - 06.2020
Masters in Teaching - Education
Gonzaga University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Eastern Washington University
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