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Courtney York

Bullard

Summary

Professional educator with strong foundation in early childhood education. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, fostering child development, and employing effective classroom management techniques. Focuses on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliability and positive outcomes. Proficient in curriculum development, student assessment, and communication with parents.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

University Academy at UT Tyler
08.2023 - Current
  • Completed assessments and conducted parent/teacher conferences
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
  • Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual, and social development.
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
  • Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly, ensuring targeted growth for all learners.
  • Led structured small group sessions targeting specific skills or concepts, enabling focused attention on areas needing improvement for individual students.
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.

STEM Teacher

Bullard ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Integrated real-world applications into lessons, enhancing relevance and increasing student interest.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and complex assignments.
  • Increased classroom engagement through the incorporation of hands-on, inquiry-based activities in lesson plans.
  • Developed strong relationships with students by fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, creating a focused learning atmosphere.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address the diverse needs of all students.
  • Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Kids R Kids Learning Academy
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
  • Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional best practices, contributing to a cohesive learning experience for students across grade levels.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Developed strong relationships with each child under my care, recognizing their unique strengths and areas for growth while supporting their overall well-being at school.

Assistant Director

Little Peoples Landing
08.2015 - 05.2021
  • Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
  • Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
  • Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
  • Planned and executed successful special events, such as college fairs, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Coordinated field trips or off-campus activities that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
  • Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
  • Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.

Education

Texas Educators Certificate - Core Subjects With STR - Grades EC-6

ITeach Teacher Certification Program
Denton, TX
04-2025

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences With Emphasis in Psychology

Metropolitan State College of Denver
Denver, CO
05-2016

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Early childhood development
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Classroom instruction
  • Parent communication
  • Curriculum planning
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Elementary education
  • Student assessment

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

University Academy at UT Tyler
08.2023 - Current

STEM Teacher

Bullard ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Kids R Kids Learning Academy
07.2021 - 08.2022

Assistant Director

Little Peoples Landing
08.2015 - 05.2021

Texas Educators Certificate - Core Subjects With STR - Grades EC-6

ITeach Teacher Certification Program

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences With Emphasis in Psychology

Metropolitan State College of Denver

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