Cortney Thomas
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Confident educator and professional development lead with demonstrated instructional, organizational, and leadership abilities focused on best educational practices. Highly effective at educating people at all different skill levels. Adept in professional writing and communication, with good attention to detail.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Teacher
Renaissance Academy - Virgnia Beach Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement and develop continuing literacy plans for students.
- Instruct alternative education students with a deficiency in literacy.
Professional Development Coordinator
San Jose Schools
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with administrators, conducted shareholder surveys, and analyzed data to determine professional development objectives and coordinate PD calendars for five schools.
- Conducted observations, provided feedback, and developed resources and workshops for 70+ employees.
- Assisted with and tracked teacher certification.
- Trained and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Educator / Department Head / Class Sponsor
San Jose Prep
08.2015 - 05.2022
- Taught dual enrollment classes, ENG 101/102 and Student Life Skills, through Edward Waters College.
- Developed inclusive lesson plans for Gen Ed, ESE, and ELL, utilizing small group teaching and interventions to provide an additional level of support.
- Led Middle School Department meetings, conducted one-on-one consultations with team members, and instructed workshops in online learning programs, instructional practices, and academic RTI.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
Lead Teacher – After School Program
Creative World School Riverwalk
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Developed enrichment activities for K-5 students, which supported them in the areas of academics and social skills.
- Created and coordinated special events for students that aligned with program goals.
Educator
Poly Returnee Institute / Anyang
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Created lesson plans that merged curriculum with enrichment activities and project- based learning
- Led professional development workshops.
- Selected to work in an additional innovative reading program.
Graduate Student Assistant
Liberty University
08.2009 - 05.2011
- Worked in Graduate Writing Center to support graduate students on written assignments and to provide assistance to English Language Learners.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students; conducted students conferences for written assignments.
Education
Master’s Degree - English
Liberty University
05.2011
Bachelor’s Degree - English
Liberty University
05.2009
Skills
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Written and Oral Communications
- Editing Professional Communication
- Activity Organization
- Adult Learning Principles
- Group and Individual Instruction
Certifications
Professional Educator Certification (FL) - English | ESOL | Reading
Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer
Timeline
Literacy Teacher
Renaissance Academy - Virgnia Beach Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Professional Development Coordinator
San Jose Schools
06.2022 - 06.2023
Educator / Department Head / Class Sponsor
San Jose Prep
08.2015 - 05.2022
Lead Teacher – After School Program
Creative World School Riverwalk
08.2014 - 07.2015
Educator
Poly Returnee Institute / Anyang
05.2012 - 05.2014
Graduate Student Assistant
Liberty University
08.2009 - 05.2011
Master’s Degree - English
Liberty University
Bachelor’s Degree - English
Liberty University
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