Courtney Sanford
Walnut,MS
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with experience in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering a positive learning environment, committed to student success and individualized instruction. Highly organized and capable of managing multiple tasks while fostering a collaborative environment. Eager to take on additional responsibilities to support team objectives and promote student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Math/Science Teacher
North Tippah School District
01.2025 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
Assistant Teacher
North Tippah School District
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
Substitute Teacher
North Tippah School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Homeschool Educator
Self-employed
08.2014 - 08.2020
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a structured yet flexible learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Organized field trips and enrichment activities, enhancing real-world understanding of academic concepts.
- Managed record-keeping and documentation requirements, maintaining accurate records of student performance and progress reports.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing students needs.
Education
Masters - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Western Governors University
01.2013
Skills
- IEP/504 Understanding
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Group and individual instruction
- Student performance evaluations
- Peer tutoring
- Classroom Management
Certification
- State of Mississippi Educator License
- State of Utah Educator License
- Endorsed - Middle School Mathematics
Timeline
Kindergarten Math/Science Teacher
North Tippah School District
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Teacher
North Tippah School District
10.2023 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
North Tippah School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
Homeschool Educator
Self-employed
08.2014 - 08.2020
Masters - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Western Governors University
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