COURTNEY NESBITT
Hendersonville,NC
Summary
I am a passionate teacher with 5 years experience that is focused on implementing highly effective instructional practices to improve student learning and academic performance. I am an energetic teacher with a knack for making learning exciting and enjoyable. I am motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners. I am looking forward to continuing my career by collaboratively working alongside students, parents, colleagues and administrators to make learning a fun and engaging experience!
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten/First grade teacher
Polk County School Board – Scott Lake Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2016
- I taught Kindergarten General Education for one year and looped to 1st grade with the same group of students. I spent two years teaching 1st grade, one year being the ESOL teacher for General Education.
- Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Developed students' computer and technology skills through demonstrations and practice.
- Determined student strengths and weaknesses through DIBELS, STAR testing and weekly assessments.
- Took part in professional organizations and continuing education courses.
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Drafted lesson plans and submitted them for review and feedback in a timely manner.
- Enforced the school's student discipline code to deal with problem situations.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from cultures around the world.
4th grade teacher
Polk County School Board – Horizons Elementary
08.2011 - 06.2013
- I taught 4th grade General Education teaching all subjects (reading, writing, math, social studies, and science) for two school years.
- Instructed up to 23 students individually and in groups.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
Education
Master of Arts - Education/Teaching
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL01-2011
Bachelor of Science - Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL01-2009
Skills
- Florida Teaching Certificate with Elementary Education endorsement
- Highly qualified
- Safe, positive learning environment
- ESOL endorsement
- Relationship building
- Differentiated Instruction
- Cooperative Learning
- Team oriented
- Technology driven instruction
- Disciplined work ethic
- Parent-teacher communication
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Kindergarten/First grade teacher
Polk County School Board – Scott Lake Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2016
4th grade teacher
Polk County School Board – Horizons Elementary
08.2011 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice
Florida Southern College
Master of Arts - Education/Teaching
Florida Southern College