Courtney Majerski
Education
Manteno,IL
Summary
Educational leader with a proven track record in collaboration and staff management. Skilled in fostering positive learning environments and driving data-informed decision-making to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Manteno CUSD #5
Manteno, IL
07.2024 - Current
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Collaborated with faculty to implement data-driven decision-making for student assessments and progress monitoring.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies aimed at improving student conduct and fostering a positive school climate.
- Conducted staff evaluations to assess teacher (and related service staff) effectiveness, promoting professional growth through constructive feedback and targeted coaching sessions.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
Assistant Principal
Manteno CUSD #5
Manteno, IL
07.2015 - 06.2024
- As a certified Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) trainer, led professional development sessions focused on de-escalation techniques and best practices in classroom management to manage student behaviors and crisis situations.
- Mentored new staff, fostering a collaborative environment to ensure smooth transitions into school culture.
- Enhanced school climate by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
- Evaluated teacher performance to ensure the highest quality of instruction for students.
Special Education Coordinator
Manteno CUSD #5
Manteno, IL
07.2012 - 06.2015
- Scheduled, facilitated, and led Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 plans throughout the district (Pre-K to Age 21).
- Monitored compliance with state and federal regulations regarding special education services.
- Facilitated collaboration between educators, parents, and support staff to enhance student outcomes at yearly Parent/Community Forums.
- Enhanced communication channels between school administration and families of students with disabilities.
- Coordinated services for students who had specialized needs requiring out-of-district placements.
- Coordinated Autism and Co-Teaching supports by scheduling monthly visits with expert consultants in their respective field to observe classrooms and provide guidance and recommendations.
- Collaborated with special education staff to bring the Best Buddies Program to the school district.
- Evaluated special education teachers and support staff (occupational therapists, social workers, speech language pathologists, school psychologists) through classroom observations, feedback, and recommendations for growth.
- Used Skyward and EasyIEP to maintain student records and prepare reports.
Student Assistance Coordinator
I-KAN Regional Office of Education
Kankakee, IL
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Coordinated supports for students in the SALT (truancy/credit recovery program) and RAAC (behavior program) to ensure students had access to education in an alternative setting.
- Worked with numerous high schools to review student transcripts and schedule students in classes to ensure they met graduation requirements.
- Provided students with social emotional guidance and counseling support to help them through difficult situations.
Social Studies Teacher
Cobb County School District
Kennesaw, GA
07.2007 - 06.2009
- Taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade social studies.
- Taught 12th grade World History.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum requirements.
- Fostered a collaborative classroom environment promoting critical thinking and active engagement in social studies concepts.
Social Studies Teacher
Manteno CUSD #5
Manteno, IL
07.2005 - 06.2007
- Taught World History, 11th grade US History, and 12th grade Civics.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum requirements.
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2005
Skills
- Staff management (100 staff)
- Student discipline (700 students)
- Team collaboration
- Employee performance evaluations
- Data-driven instruction
- Student and parent relations
- Master scheduling
- Verbal and written communication skills
Timeline
Principal
Manteno CUSD #5
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal
Manteno CUSD #5
07.2015 - 06.2024
Special Education Coordinator
Manteno CUSD #5
07.2012 - 06.2015
Student Assistance Coordinator
I-KAN Regional Office of Education
08.2011 - 06.2012
Social Studies Teacher
Cobb County School District
07.2007 - 06.2009
Social Studies Teacher
Manteno CUSD #5
07.2005 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Purdue University