Courtney Wood
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
Seeking a Leadership Position at the Lee County School District Dedicated, organized, versatile leader eager to provide quality programs and academic excellence. Experienced as an Instructional Coach and leader, managing complex programs, with a passion for education and a commitment to optimizing student growth, transitions, and success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Pelican Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
- Mentoring and coaching a diverse staff of over 60
- Meets regularly with all grade levels through PLC meetings and training
- Assist with data analysis and sharing best practices/resources
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
ASSISTANT TEST COORDINATOR
School District Of Lee County
08.2018 - Current
- Serve in all capacities as an equal to the Test Coordinator
- Coordinate scheduling for all tests, including modification of Master Schedule on testing days
- Responsible for school-wide testing communication
- Responsible to monitor and assess, stay current with documentation, and attend MTSS and IEP meetings for student accommodations
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Foundation For Lee County Public Schools
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Managed the thriving scholarship operation of Take Stock in Children, Lee County division
- Met regularly with at risk students, ages 12-18, to counsel and prepare them for the transition to post-secondary education
- Major event planning such as Strides for Education 5K Race, Take Stock in Children Luncheon, Surprise Awards
TEACHER
School District Of Lee County
08.2005 - 06.2017
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
TEAM LEADER
Challenger Middle School
- Collect/share admin information with team
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Built strong relationships with teachers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Managed and led events throughout the school year such as student-led conferences, open house, VIP information night, end of year awards ceremony
SITE DIRECTOR
City Of Cape Coral Parks & Recreation
01.2001 - 01.2011
Education
Master’s Degree - Educational Leadership
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
08.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY
2005
Associate’s Degree - undefined
EDISON STATE COLLEGE
2003
Skills
- Establishing Learning Goals
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Instructional Software
- Academic Advice and Counseling
- Problem-Solving Support
- Instructional Program Design
- Experience with Students Ages 5 and Up
- Promote Learning
- Instructional Leadership
- Progress Monitoring
- Continuous Improvement
- Instructional Strategies
Certification
Florida Educational Leadership
Elementary Education K-6
Reading Endorsement
ESOL Endorsement
Gifted Endorsement
Timeline
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Pelican Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
ASSISTANT TEST COORDINATOR
School District Of Lee County
08.2018 - Current
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Foundation For Lee County Public Schools
06.2017 - 08.2018
TEACHER
School District Of Lee County
08.2005 - 06.2017
SITE DIRECTOR
City Of Cape Coral Parks & Recreation
01.2001 - 01.2011
TEAM LEADER
Challenger Middle School
Master’s Degree - Educational Leadership
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY
Associate’s Degree - undefined
EDISON STATE COLLEGE
Similar Profiles
Jennifer GayleJennifer Gayle
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher at Pelican Marsh Elementary School3rd Grade Elementary Teacher at Pelican Marsh Elementary School
Cody Luke ThevarCody Luke Thevar
Educator Assistant at Pelican Park High SchoolEducator Assistant at Pelican Park High School
Courtney A. JonesCourtney A. Jones
School Teacher in South Korea at Sin Dong Elementary School, Hongsan Elementary School, Yeoul Elementary SchoolSchool Teacher in South Korea at Sin Dong Elementary School, Hongsan Elementary School, Yeoul Elementary School
Gilmarie MartellGilmarie Martell
Customer Service Representative at Florida Heart AssociatesCustomer Service Representative at Florida Heart Associates
Lance DowningLance Downing
Shift Management at Quality Brands - Dunkin'Shift Management at Quality Brands - Dunkin'