Courtney K.

Wilder
Objective: To obtain a position where I am a positive role model to students. I plan to create an open, supportive, and safe
learning environment that recognizes the individuality of each student through academics, relationships, positivity, and respect.

Education:
Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI
Bachelor of Arts April 2013
Major: Mathematics Minor: Education
Emphasis: Elementary Distributed

Pentwater Public Schools Pentwater, MI

2004-2008
Related Experience:

Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy Manistee, MI

7/8th Grade Math Interventionist January 2018-Present
 Plan and implement daily math interventions for Tier II and III students.
 Design lessons based on Common Core Math Standards.
 Develop a safe, positive, and encouraging classroom.
 Collaborate as a team player to increase student success.

Nanny/Household Manager East Grand Rapids, MI

Huang Family August 2017-December 2017
 Provided a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment for two girls 5 and 9.
 Established daily structure and routine to keep day-to-day activities consistent.
 Facilitated homework and encouraged studying.

West Elementary School Wyoming, MI

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1 grade teacher September 2014-August 2017
 Teach 1st grade at a Title I school in Wyoming School District.
 Develop and implement daily lessons aligned with Common Core State Standards.
 Use daily assessments (formal/informal) to guide future instruction.
 Integrate differentiated instruction during reading, writing, and mathematics workshops.
 Maintain classroom management using MiBLSI, Capturing Kids Hearts, and Love and Logic.
 Collaborate with colleagues in team meetings to resolve issues, enhance teaching strategies, and promote a
community.

Summer School-West Elementary Wyoming, MI

2/3 Teacher June 2014
 Taught a 2-3 split summer school class at West Elementary.
 Planned and implemented lessons using reading and math workshops.
 Incorporated differentiated instruction, leveled activities, and management strategies.

West Elementary School Wyoming, MI

Math Specialist September 2013-May 2014
 Assessed student’s 1st-4th grade using Delta Math.
 Analyzed student data and schedule students for interventions based on Tiers.
 Provided 30 minute interventions to students at Tier 2 and Tier 3.
 Planned and implemented daily lessons for 12 groups based on Common Core.

Student Teacher Wyoming, MI

Teacher January 2013-April 2013
  Taught a 1st grade class at West Elementary in Wyoming, MI.
 Prepared lessons using the Common Core State Standards and Wyoming District Standards.
 Implemented daily lessons incorporating differentiated instruction, best practices, and formative assessment.
 Participated in professional development to excel as a teacher.

Student Assisting Caledonia, MI

Teacher Assistant September 2012-December 2012
 Taught Mary Krueger’s 3rd grade class at Dutton Elementary in Caledonia.
 Prepared and administered lessons using the Common Core State Standards.
 Lead intervention and guided reading groups.
 Encouraged students to be responsible, respectful, ambitious, and self-reliant.

Study Abroad Tanzania, Africa

Teacher , Volunteer, Student May 2012
 Taught a 5th and 7th grade mathematics class at Assumption Primary School.
 Prepared and implemented daily lessons using Tanzania Mathematics Standards.
 Volunteered at a local orphanage providing a positive and caring relationship.
 Established a versatile, sensitive, and broad-minded worldview.

Grand Valley State Pals Student Mentors Allendale, MI

Executive Board, Volunteer Coordinator, and Mentor October 2008-May 2012
 Mentored two young children from the Grand Rapids area (6 and 11).
 Supervised mentors to be positive, reliable, and enthusiastic role models towards their mentee.
 Encouraged my mentees to become sincere, optimistic, and creative young children.

Extra-curricular Activities:

Cornerstone Church Greeter Grand Rapids, MI

Door Greeter February 2015-Present
 Provide a warm welcome to church visitors and members.
 Answer questions for new visitors and direct them where needed.

Women’s Life Group Grand Rapids, MI

Member August 2016-Present
 Attend weekly bible study with a community of women.
 Further my relationship with the Lord.
 Participate in a monthly community outreach project.

Haven Grand Rapids, MI

Member October 2014-Present
 Worship Jesus through praise.
 Study books of the bible together as a community.
 Build a community of disciples to serve Jesus and his people.
 Lead/Participate in small group discussions to further our walk with Jesus.

Mega Kids Camp Grand Rapids, MI

Group Leader Summers 2015-Present
 Lead a small group of children during vacation bible school.
 Introduced God’s love through praise, worship, and small group discussions.
 Established relationships of God’s grace, love, and respect.
 Provided an enriching lesson based on the verse of the week.

Care and Prayer Team Grand Rapids, MI

Member June 2014-Present
  Send weekly prayer cards to members in need of prayer.
 Provide care needs to members of the church (meals, visits, etc.)
 Pray over all prayer requests for the week.

Math and Reading Club Wyoming, MI

Teacher January 2014-May 2014
 Planned and implemented lessons in math and reading to elementary students.
 Encouraged critical thinking, problem solving, and inquiry.
 Provided feedback to parents, teachers, and co-workers on progress of students.
 Used data to display growth for both math and reading.

7th Grade Volleyball Wyoming, MI

Assistant Coach Fall 2013
 Taught fundamentals of volleyball and community to 7th grade girls.
 Encouraged responsibility, teamwork, and respect amongst players.
 Developed a relationship of trust, honesty, and respect with players.

Relay For Life GVSU Allendale, MI

Team Captain/Team Member Fall 2010-Spring 2011
 Organized a team and fundraised for the event at Grand Valley State University.
 Motivated team members to be passionate, positive, and dedicated towards the event.

Other Employment:

The Village Grounds Coffee House, LLC Pentwater, MI

Barista May 2006-August 2011
 Generated a positive, supportive, and safe work environment.
 Experienced a team of ambitious and innovative co-workers to provide customer service.
 Proposed unique, diverse, and imaginative new ideas for beverages and food.

Durand’s Wine Company Pentwater, MI

Sales Associate June 2008-August 2010
 Provided an optimistic, encouraging, and enthusiastic work environment.
 Established quality customer service.
 Worked as a punctual, loyal, and motivated employee.

Awards:
 Fox 17 News Classroom of the Week (Oct. 31, 2014)
 “I am Grand Valley” 2012
 Dean’s List (Winter 2009, Winter 2010, Fall 2010, Fall 2012)
 Pi Mu Epsilon Mathematics Honor Society Member 2012-2013
 All Around Senior Award 2008
 Most Improved Female Athlete 2007
 4-Year Honor Roll Student (2004-2008)
 Student Council Vice President 2008
 National Honor Society Member 2007-2008
 Varsity Basketball Team Captain 2007-2008
References:

Gwendolyn Dangerfield
Principal
(269) 841-6660
danger@womingps.org

Krista Zapolski
1st Grade Teacher
(989) 213-1667
zapolsk@wyomingps.org

Karen Bowyer
Church Mentor
(616) 581-8314
karen.bowyer@gmail.com

Ross Willick
Zinser Elementary Principal
(616) 308-3658
rwillick@khps.org