Courtney Wilkerson
Danville,IN
Summary
Dynamic Life Skills Teacher with a proven track record. Known for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a strong understanding of Special Education law, excels in fostering academic growth and emotional well-being. Devoted to promoting personal and professional growth in students and peers. Focused on empowering others and building relationships for betterment of Community.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Skills Teacher
School Town Of Speedway
08.2016 - Current
- Trained and supervised classroom assistants
- Facilitated family support through Family Education Nights and daily communication
- Member of Indiana Secondary Transition Cadre
- Established positive working relationships with Community Partners to support student learning and achievement
- Indiana Classroom Educator of the Year by Indianapolis Colts and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Strong professional association with Home School Advisors to support family need within Speedway Community
- Designed and implemented curriculum training for Functional Academic Teachers throughout district
- Mentored new Life Skills teachers
Life Skills Teacher
Avon Community School Corporation
08.2013 - 07.2016
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with outside agencies to provide seamless transitions between home and school
- Designed inaugural Peer Tutoring Course for general education participation in Life Skills
Life Skills Teacher
Danville Community School Corporation
08.2006 - 07.2013
- Helped build Life Skills Curriculum
- Designed Community Based Instruction curriculum allowing students real world practice for skill acquisition
- Created and implemented unique data collection systems for tracing individual student growth
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Purdue Univeristy
West Lafayette, IN05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
Purdue University
West Lafayette05.2000
Skills
- Creative
- Problem solving skills
- Self-discipline
- Timeliness
- Organization
- Collaborative
References
M. Dawn McGuire, LCSW, LSSW, 317-201-5813
Patti Bock, 317-445-6422
Nick Beard
Jennifer Jennings, SLP, 317-430-1678
Timeline
Life Skills Teacher
School Town Of Speedway
08.2016 - Current
Life Skills Teacher
Avon Community School Corporation
08.2013 - 07.2016
Life Skills Teacher
Danville Community School Corporation
08.2006 - 07.2013
Master of Science - Special Education
Purdue Univeristy
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
Purdue University
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