Shelby Courtney
Amsterdam,NY
Summary
Dynamic educator with a robust background in special education, demonstrated through impactful roles at HFM BOCES and Broadalbin Perth Central School District. Excelled in delivering customized instruction and fostering academic success through creative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Skilled in data analysis and social-emotional learning, achieving significant student progress.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Special Education Substitute
HFM BOCES
Johnstown, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Delivered tailored instruction to special needs students.
- Formulated educational content customized for each student's specific needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate academic progress.
- Maintained accurate records and reports related to student performance.
- Facilitated communication between school staff and families regarding academic development.
- Implemented interventions designed to improve social-emotional skills.
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Hfm Boces
Johnstown, NY
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided emotional support and guidance to students to help them reach their academic goals.
- Supervised students during lunch, recess and other school activities as required by the teacher or principal.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies designed specifically for special education classrooms.
Student Teaching Intern
Broadalbin Perth Central School District
Perth, NY
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse instructional strategies and multimedia resources.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, ensuring every student''s growth.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and innovative teaching techniques.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making practices to inform instructional planning and adapt teaching methods as needed.
Work / Study Job
Wells College Student Worker Peachtown Elementary School
Aurora, NY
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Conflict mediation
- Consistent communication with parents and corresponding teachers
- Oversee and teach small-group math and literacy lessons
Field Experience
Wells College Education 308 Practicum
BOCES TST
- Worked in 8:1:1 program serving students with emotional disabilities
- Taught whole and small group instruction for all subjects
- Accomodated students based on IEP's
- Enforced policies in a trauma responsive environment
Internship
Broadalbin Perth Elementary School
Broadalbin, NY
- Taught multiple whole-group math lessons in a fifth-grade inclusive classroom
- Enforced PBIS in the classroom
- Worked closely alongside cooperating teachers
Field Experience
Wells College Education 216 Practicum
Southern Cayuga Elementary
- Worked one-on-one with students receiving extra support within the classroom in Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 6th Grade
- Gave extra support to students struggling with work
- Helped teach and mediate pull-out group in the resource room
Field Experience
Wells College Education 226 Practicum
Southern Cayuga Elementary
- Observed in a third-grade inclusive classroom
- Taught an intervention group for math
- Participated and enforced daily activities within the classroom
Education
Bachelor of Science - Inclusive Childhood Education [ Psychology Minor ]
Wells College
Aurora NY 05-2024
Advanced Regents Diploma -
Broadalbin Perth High School
Broadalbin NY 06.2021
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Data collection and analysis
- Team collaboration
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative lesson planning
- Flexible and adaptive
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Long-Term Special Education Substitute
HFM BOCES
09.2024 - Current
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Hfm Boces
07.2024 - 08.2024
Student Teaching Intern
Broadalbin Perth Central School District
05.2024 - 06.2024
Work / Study Job
Wells College Student Worker Peachtown Elementary School
09.2022 - 05.2024
Field Experience
Wells College Education 308 Practicum
Internship
Broadalbin Perth Elementary School
Field Experience
Wells College Education 216 Practicum
Field Experience
Wells College Education 226 Practicum
Bachelor of Science - Inclusive Childhood Education [ Psychology Minor ]
Wells College
Advanced Regents Diploma -
Broadalbin Perth High School
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