Courtney Kenney
Marietta,GA
Summary
A dynamic Elementary Teacher with five years of experience committed to promoting student success through personalized instruction, differentiated learning strategies, and active student engagement. Years of experience working with students with learning disabilities preferred. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written as well as strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, faculty, staff, parents, and the broader community.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Support Specialist
Mount Bethel Christian Academy
Marietta, GA
07.2021 - Current
- Plan and implement multisensory lessons for students who struggle in grades three through fifth grade
- Facilitate small group, differentiated instruction
- Closely monitor student progress through summative and formative assessment to determine next steps in curriculum and focus of skills
- Analyze work samples, student participation, and assessment data to determine progress
- Organize and analyze data to effectively teach and meet learning needs of students
- Collaboration with peers and colleagues to provide students with support and tools to be successful
- Ensure teaching skills and concepts are aligned by partnering with grade level teachers and Pathways teachers
- Prepare students as adequately as possible to advance to next grade level with success, while also focusing on retention of foundational skills
- Collaborate with outside support specialists on student progress and/or needs, as appropriate
- Appropriate waivers will be obtained and partnership with families will be preserved
- Maintain standards of confidentiality
- Complete additional screenings on admission candidates and provide input to the admissions committee, as requested by administration.
Substitute Teacher
Rocky Mount Elementary
Marietta, GA
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Substituted monthly in all elementary grades
- Maintain maximum availability to accept assignments
- Execute lesson plan consistent with teacher guidelines and school curriculum
- Establish an orderly classroom environment and provide a positive learning experience
- Become familiar with school emergency protocols and adhere to all school policies and procedures.
Lead Teacher
Berkeley Lake Elementary
Duluth, GA
07.2005 - 05.2008
- Lead teacher in 2nd grade for two years and one year in 1st grade
- Manage a classroom with 20-25 students, develop curriculum and group learning activities to facilitate academic growth and enrichment
- Established a positive classroom environment centered on diversity and inclusion.
Education
B.A. - Psychology and Early Childhood Education
Agnes Scott College
05.2005
Skills
- Student Centered Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Multisensory Learning
Professional Development And Certificates
- Sadlier Math Curriculum Training, 08/2022-05/2023
- Dibel Certified, 03/2023
- OG Academic Math Basic Concept Training Certified, 06/2023, 07/2023
- Multisensory Math Workshop OG Academic Math Basic Concept Training, 02/2024, 03/2024
- Christ Centered Instruction PAQ Teacher Training 08/2023- current
- Currently working on Multisensory Math 1 Course, 04/2024, 06/2024
Volunteer Positions
- PTA, Co-President, Rocky Mount Elementary School, 2019, 2021, Managed several school fundraisers, monitored student events, led meetings, organized teacher appreciation events. Managed our budget, dealt with conflict, long term planning, coordinated and managed the social media page to communicate to parents.
- Room Parent, Rocky Mount Elementary School, 2016, 2020, Supported the teacher and helped organize other parents/guardians around classroom special events and volunteering.
Certification ID
682179
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Math Support Specialist
Mount Bethel Christian Academy
07.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Rocky Mount Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2021
Lead Teacher
Berkeley Lake Elementary
07.2005 - 05.2008
B.A. - Psychology and Early Childhood Education
Agnes Scott College
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