Motivated Trainer eager to help new hires advance in knowledge and abilities to meet career goals. Engaging and hands-on instructor with more than 14 years of related experience and superior organization and time management abilities.
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Courtney Knese
O’Fallon,Missouri
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
3
Certifications
Work History
Wentzville R-IV School District
Eighth Grade Mathematics Teacher
08.2009 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Taught multiple levels of math, including high school Algebra 1
- Worked collaboratively in a team setting with the special education department
- Assisted with district common assessment writing & curriculum development
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Education
Lindenwood University
Master of Arts from School Administration
University Overview
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science from Middle School Education
University Overview
Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Time Management
- Organizational Abilities
- Group Leadership
- Positive Interactions
- Educational Software
- Classroom Management
- Committee Support
- Instructional Techniques
- Statistical Data Gathering
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- State of Missouri ∙ Initial Administrative Classification ∙ Principal ∙ Grades 7-12
- State of Missouri Career Continuous Professional Certification ∙ Mathematics Grades 5-9
- State of Missouri ∙ Career Continuous Professional Certification ∙ Science ∙ Grades 5-9
Timeline
Eighth Grade Mathematics Teacher
Wentzville R-IV School District
08.2009 - 06.2023
Lindenwood University
Master of Arts from School Administration
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science from Middle School Education
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