Courtney Reid
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
To demonstrate not only my learning but also work experience that will enhance your company and allow me to make innovative contributions. I am highly motivated, well organized, self-disciplined, honest, and dependable, and I adapt well to a challenge.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Adjunct Faculty
Bryant & Stratton College
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2019 - Current
- Planning, organizing, and instructing Early Childhood courses
- Teaching all classes according to an approved course syllabus
- Keeping students informed and updated concerning course content, requirements, evaluation procedures, grades, and attendance requirements
Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
Portsmouth, VA
09.2018 - Current
- Supervise and Manage a third-grade classroom
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations to tailor instruction.
- Mentored new teachers, guiding best practices in classroom management and pedagogy.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher (Center Coordinator)
Office of the Human Affairs/HRCAP Head Start
Portsmouth, VA
11.2012 - 08.2018
- Oversight of the facility
- Ensuring child/adult ratio in each classroom
- Supervise and manage a preschool classroom, in accordance with the Virginia State Licensing Regulations
- Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities
- Assisting with ensuring comprehensive services for each child in collaboration with Service Area Coordinators, to include regular file check for each classroom and emergency data
- Certified Class Observer
Teacher
The Stop Organization of Hampton Roads Head Start, Norfolk, VA Community Development Institute Head Start Serving Hampton Roads VA
Portsmouth, VA
09.2007 - 11.2012
- Supervise and manage a preschool classroom, in accordance with the Virginia State Licensing Regulations
- Administering assessments to measure developmental growth of the children
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations to tailor instruction.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
Education
M.A. - Pre Elementary Education
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA01-2012
B. S. - Early Childhood Development: Child Care Option
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA01-2009
A. A. degree - Early Childhood Education
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VA01-2006
Academic Diploma -
I.C. Norcom High School
Portsmouth, VA01-2002
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
Accomplishments
- Earned " Teacher of the Year" in 2024.
Certification
Postgraduate Professional License
- Endorsed in EARLY/PRIMARY EDUCATION PREK-3 & ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANG. PREK-12 July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2030
Timeline
Early Childhood Adjunct Faculty
Bryant & Stratton College
04.2019 - Current
Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2018 - Current
Teacher (Center Coordinator)
Office of the Human Affairs/HRCAP Head Start
11.2012 - 08.2018
Teacher
The Stop Organization of Hampton Roads Head Start, Norfolk, VA Community Development Institute Head Start Serving Hampton Roads VA
09.2007 - 11.2012
M.A. - Pre Elementary Education
Norfolk State University
B. S. - Early Childhood Development: Child Care Option
Norfolk State University
A. A. degree - Early Childhood Education
Tidewater Community College
Academic Diploma -
I.C. Norcom High School