Kathleen Courtney
Perry,FL
Summary
Dedicated and Highly Qualified History Teacher offering 15-year background specializing in US History with targeted End of Course exam preparation. Recognized for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet students varying needs and employing broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Encouraging and motivational professional committed to maintaining highest standards of professional integrity and reliability. Promoter of the field of education as mentor. Lifelong learner participating in annual book studies, professional learning communities and content area organizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
US History Teacher
Taylor County High School
2008.08 - Current
- Highly Effective Teacher of US History for 15 years with above average scores on its EOC. Also experienced in AP US History and AP Human Geography.
- Supervised mentor teachers annually with certification in clinical education.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to assess student progress and provide feedback on learning objectives and used data to drive instruction and promote better EOC outcomes.
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
- Participated in departmental curriculum development, program administration and committee management as Social Science Department chair for 10 years.
- Encouraged academic excellence and community building activities as National Honor Society sponsor 2010-2015
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Social Science Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2008
Skills
- Curriculum Mapping and Implementation
- Data-driven, Diversified Instruction
- Online Facilitation through Canvas, Google Classroom/Suite, Nearpod, and Microsoft Office
- Record Keeping through Focus
- Faculty Collaboration and Mentoring
Accomplishments
Taylor County High School Teacher of the Year, current
Florida Council for Economics Education REEL Award, 2023
100% pass rate for AP Human Geography 9th grade students 2021
Taylor County High School Teacher of the Year, 2011-2012
Certification
Secondary Social Science, Exceptional Student Education, and Reading Endorsement
Clinical Education
AP Collegeboard for US History and AP Human Geography
FLVS Training (2020)
Timeline
US History Teacher
Taylor County High School
2008.08 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Social Science Education
Florida State University
Secondary Social Science, Exceptional Student Education, and Reading Endorsement
Clinical Education
AP Collegeboard for US History and AP Human Geography
FLVS Training (2020)
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