KOURTNEI SIMS
Owings,MD
Summary
An accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student growth and engagement. Expert in lesson planning and bilingual education, leveraging ESOL and English certifications alongside advanced Spanish skills. Proven ability in conflict resolution and inclusive teaching, significantly enhancing learning environments and community relations. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Engagement Specialist
Child Thrive
Brandywine, MD
10.2024 - Current
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Advised staff members on best practices when engaging families from different cultural backgrounds.
- Completed intake assessments on families to determine service needs.
- Incorporated culturally relevant activities into programs designed to increase family engagement.
- Cultivated relationships with local businesses to build capacity for providing resources for families.
- Facilitated communication between schools and families through various methods including email, phone calls, newsletters, text messages.
Front Desk Receptionist
Prince George's County Circuit Court
Upper Marlboro, MD
08.2024 - Current
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
- Drafted professional business documents, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
- Assisted with preparing reports, presentations and other documents as requested by management staff.
- Handled sensitive information in a confidential manner.
Education Team Leader
Gwynn Park Middle School
Brandywine, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance to teachers in the implementation of teaching strategies.
- Resolved conflicts between students or staff members in an appropriate manner.
- Collaborated with administrators to create professional development opportunities for teachers.
- Referred to tests, records, and interviews to evaluate students' or individuals' abilities and interests.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss issues related to student performance and teacher development.
- Supervised a team of teachers to ensure the effective delivery of instruction.
Classroom Teacher
PGCPS, Gwynn Park Middle School
Brandywine, MD
08.2021 - Current
- Design educational activities that promote physical, social and intellectual growth of students
- Enhance learning abilities and good habits in children
- Maintain classroom records, cleanliness and order
- Ensure a safe learning environment in the classroom
- Plan, develop and implement appropriate curriculum
- Consistently communicate with families and community partners
- Assist and support other teaching staff in implementing daily programs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Arts, Spanish Minor
Hampton University
Hampton, VA12-2020
M.Ed. - Reading Literacy
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD08.2025
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of Spanish language and culture
- Microsoft and Google Suite Advanced
- Group teaching ability
- Lesson planning
- Writing tutoring
- Student progress analysis
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Inclusion strategies
- Cognitive and behavioral development
Awards And Activities
- Hampton University Merit Scholarship Recipient
- Hampton University Student Government Association, Senator
- Hampton University Student Government Association, Academic Affairs Chair
- National Council for Negro Women, Hampton University Chapter Ambassador
Certification
- MSDE ESOL Certified
- MSDE English 7-12 Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Family Engagement Specialist
Child Thrive
10.2024 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Prince George's County Circuit Court
08.2024 - Current
Education Team Leader
Gwynn Park Middle School
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
PGCPS, Gwynn Park Middle School
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Arts, Spanish Minor
Hampton University
M.Ed. - Reading Literacy
Bowie State University
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