Tia Hurtt
Educator
Wichita,KS
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Wichita Public Schools and Andover Public Schools. I am adept at fostering relationships with my students and their families. These connections enhance my student outcomes. Skilled in data analysis and classroom management, I led professional development workshops and implemented innovative teaching practices. Committed to collaboration and problem-solving, I strive to create engaging learning environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Fitness Manager/Instructor, Head Lifeguard
Genesis Health Clubs
Wichita, KS
01.2012 - Current
- Organized and planned club events to draw in new group fitness participants.
- Trained and mentored fitness instructors to promote best practices in class delivery and member interaction.
- Analyzed participation in classes to refine program offerings and improve overall class effectiveness.
- Coordinated scheduling of classes and instructor assignments to optimize resource utilization and member access.
- Helped to on-board new club members through outreach and in person meetings.
- Monitored the staff and members at the club pool through constructive assistance.
- Maintained the upkeep of the poolhouse to ensure members had the best experience.
Educator
Andover Public Schools
Wichita, KS
08.2017 - 01.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching strategies and student outcomes.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by delivering effective instruction across 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades at Andover Schools.
- Chairperson for our schools' "Capturing Kids' Hearts" initiative.
- Engaged in effective communication with the students and parents to ensure student success.
Educator
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
Wichita, KS
08.2004 - 05.2017
- Mentored new educators on classroom management and instructional techniques along with trainings and meetings to help the new educator throughout the year.
- Helped design staff professional development opportunities to educate them on district initiatives.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching practices.
- Analyzed student data to identify areas for improvement in curriculum delivery and student educational needs.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and community to support learning initiatives.
- Made decisions effecting the whole school by representing my team on the Building Leadership Team for almost 10 years.
- Taught both 4th and 5th grades during my time with Wichita Public Schools.
Education
Master of Science - Ell Education
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, Kansas, KSMBA - Education
Kansas State Univerity
Manhattan, KSSkills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Knowledgable in Google applications like, Docs, Sheets, Slides, E-mail, Google Classroom as well as many others
- Utilized Canva to help enhance my lessons and used Canva with students to allow them creativity on assignments
- Professional Communicator in both written and spoken languages
- Ability to collect, analyze and implement information gathered from data
- Organized
Timeline
Educator
Andover Public Schools
08.2017 - 01.2026
Group Fitness Manager/Instructor, Head Lifeguard
Genesis Health Clubs
01.2012 - Current
Educator
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
08.2004 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Ell Education
Pittsburg State University
MBA - Education
Kansas State Univerity
Curriculum Taught
- Treasures
- Everyday Math
- iReady-math
- Journeys
- CKLA
- Engage NY
Certification
- Certified Educator K-6, Wichita, KS 2004-2026
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Group Fitness Instructor
Trainings
- Capturing Kids' Hearts
- Kagan Cooperative Learning
- Letrs Book 1 Training
- We the People
- Teaching Difficult Students
- CHAMPS (classroom management)
- Mentor Trainings for helping new teachers