Kourtland Tate
Atlanta,GA
Summary
A creative and diligent graduate seeking to expand and build upon their creative talents. Detail-oriented and dedicated worker, with a passion for collaboration and learning. Aspiring to create rich, robust worlds that are reflective of a diverse and authentically-lived experience, by developing a strong sense of self and voice within the visual medium.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Atlanta Public School System
10.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs
Swim Instructor
YMCA Of Metro Atlanta
05.2022 - Current
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Sociology and Anthropology
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA08.2022
Skills
- Active Listening and Feedback incorporation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Research and Scheduling
- Interviewing
- Able to meet deadlines
- Shot Composition
Hobbies and Interests
- Museums
- Photography
- Galleries
- Magical Realism
- Afro-surrealism
- Satire
- Drama
- Comedy
- Korean Language
Languages
Korean
Elementary
Certification
- Licensed Drone Pilot - 11/30/2023
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Atlanta Public School System
10.2023 - Current
Swim Instructor
YMCA Of Metro Atlanta
05.2022 - Current
Bachelors of Arts - Sociology and Anthropology
Spelman College
Similar Profiles
Mildred HintonMildred Hinton
Long-Term Substitute at Atlanta Public School SystemLong-Term Substitute at Atlanta Public School System
Jamila CooperJamila Cooper
Paraprofessional at Atlanta Public School SystemParaprofessional at Atlanta Public School System
Suzanne ParkerSuzanne Parker
Teacher at Atlanta Public School SystemTeacher at Atlanta Public School System
Bianca D. TateBianca D. Tate
Elementary School Teacher at Atlanta Public School SystemElementary School Teacher at Atlanta Public School System
Paul ComriePaul Comrie
Stream Manager at Nokia USA IncStream Manager at Nokia USA Inc