Leslie McCourt-Nussman
South Jordan,UT
Summary
Skillful School Teacher & Leader with structured and organized approach to classroom development. Carefully analyzed student areas of weakness and promoted areas of excellence. Orchestrated innovative solutions to academic and interpersonal problems. Developed compassionate approach to growing student maturity. Results-driven style of teaching with strong record of success.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Teacher •CTE -IT, CCA, TECH,Child Dev., Interior Design,Medical, FACS
Jordan School District
09.2019 - 07.2024
- Administrative PrincipaL internship 2020-2021
- LMS management
- Course Creation
- School & Community Board
- Continuously assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected, encouraging participation from everyone.
- Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.
- Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.
- Managed a classroom of diverse learners effectively, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
- Organized social and educational activities for students and families.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to students with varying abilities and learning styles.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Prepared students for local and national skills competitions.
Administration • Principal
Grand Schools
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Fostered - a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources and support for students in need.
- Spearheaded successful grant applications leading to increased funding for various school initiatives.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Mentored New Teachers and created and presented professional development district and state Mentor Programs
- Maintained website monitored all athletics and reporting to state
- Monitored bus routes
- State testing and data reports
- Human resources
- Staff evaluations
- Teacher observations
- Mentored new teachers during their induction period resulting in higher retention rates of quality educators.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Administration• DO Specialist, Coach, Mentor
Jordan School District
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Duties included- new teacher orientation, mentor district website, Professional Development-online & face to face, Utah Students Connect online education
- Conducted thorough research to identify trends and inform decision-making for business growth initiatives. for the online program
- Wrote competencies for 2,000. students and 8 districts. in the consortium
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently staying within financial constraints while maximizing resource allocation for optimal results.
- Organized large-scale events, ensuring seamless execution of logistics, registration, catering, and venue management. District Wide Professional Development
- Participated in PAC committees with higher education. in the area
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing high-quality products at competitive prices.
Admin. School Level• CTE Specialist
Canyons School District
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Conducted thorough research to identify trends and inform decision-making for business growth initiatives.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
- Monitored industry trends to adapt strategies accordingly & added computer certification , electrical program, welding, diesel programs
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently staying within financial constraints while maximizing resource allocation for optimal results.
- Launched successful marketing campaigns that drove brand awareness among target audiences. Presented at local schools.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
CTE Teacher, Department Chair
Dinwiddie Schools
07.1995 - 07.2012
- Achieved higher student engagement by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Demonstrated adaptability by modifying lessons based on changing educational standards or individual student needs, maintaining high-quality instruction throughout transitions.
- Evaluated student progress with data-driven assessments, adjusting instruction methods accordingly to optimize results.
- Encouraged students to think independently and develop and express original ideas.
- Adapted teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment for CTE that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Perkins funding reports to the state and school board
- Elevated student success by implementing differentiated instruction techniques to address various learning styles.
Executive Director• Liaison of Schools
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
07.2008 - 07.2012
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
- Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by swiftly addressing concerns and providing solutions to various issues.
- Collaborated closely with department heads to identify opportunities for process improvement initiatives.
- Streamlined information flow for increased efficiency by implementing a centralized document management system.
- Improved interdepartmental collaboration with regular team building activities and open forums for discussion.
- Supported organizational growth through active participation in networking events, conferences, and professional associations.
- Solved conflicts and addressed issues that occurred between other entities and business.
Bus Driver & Training Instructor
Chesterfield County Schools
05.1991 - 07.2008
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Kept accurate records of daily logs, incident reports, maintenance checklists, and fuel consumption data for company reference.
- Trained and mentored 6 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
Education
Master of Science - Administration & Leadership K-16
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA08.2013
Bachelors of Science - Secondary Education, Family Community Child Services, Business, CTE, Health Medical & FACS Education
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05.2005
Skills
- Active listener
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Collaborative learning
- Mentoring students
- Curriculum Development
- Peer coaching
- Behavior management techniques
- Project-based learning
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Multimedia Presentations
- Team Collaboration
- Student Engagement
- Human Resources
- Technology LMS management
- Educational leadership
- Technology Integration
- Background in Career Technical Education
- Time Management
- Multitasking and Organization
- School Budgets, Creating Curriculum
- Perkins Funding for CTE
Accomplishments
- Mentored 560 new teachers in instructional and classroom management strategies.
- Named “Teacher of the Year” in Dinwiddie High School 2011.
- Utah State Board of Education Distinguished Evaluator Rating for Admin. 2019
Awards
- Communication Award- Virginia Tech
- Teacher of the Year 2011 Virginia- VATFACS /CTE
- Pres. VATFACS
- Curriculum writer for State of Virginia/ Health & Dental
Affiliations
- Kappa Omicron Nu , ACTE , FCCLA, VICA, DECA
Certification
Commerical Drivers License Training - 15 years CCPS Schools
Collegiate Professional License -Virginia K-16 Admin, CTE, FACS, Secondary Education, financial literacy,
Professional Licensure Utah -Admin, CTE. Digital Literacy, FACS, WBL, CTE, Interior. Design
IC3
DGS5 Microsoft Certification
Timeline
Secondary Teacher •CTE -IT, CCA, TECH,Child Dev., Interior Design,Medical, FACS
Jordan School District
09.2019 - 07.2024
Administration • Principal
Grand Schools
07.2018 - 08.2019
Administration• DO Specialist, Coach, Mentor
Jordan School District
07.2015 - 07.2018
Admin. School Level• CTE Specialist
Canyons School District
07.2012 - 07.2015
Executive Director• Liaison of Schools
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
07.2008 - 07.2012
CTE Teacher, Department Chair
Dinwiddie Schools
07.1995 - 07.2012
Bus Driver & Training Instructor
Chesterfield County Schools
05.1991 - 07.2008
Master of Science - Administration & Leadership K-16
Regent University
Bachelors of Science - Secondary Education, Family Community Child Services, Business, CTE, Health Medical & FACS Education
Virginia State University