Cortney Richardson
Canon City
Summary
Passionate educator and experienced leader seeking a collaborative environment to apply my instructional, leadership, and team-building skills in a new role.
Experienced educational leader with proven ability to enhance student learning and foster positive school culture. Adept at team collaboration, driving academic success, and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentorship, and effective communication. Known for reliability and achieving results.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
Canon City Middle School
01.2021 - Current
- Fostered positive school culture through the facilitation of our SOAR PLC by establishing programs that promoted inclusivity and respect among students.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions that tied to our professional development work most recently with AVID structures.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Organized successful sporting events such as tournaments, meets, and league games that showcased athletes'' talents and achievements.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Championed extracurricular activities that promoted well-rounded student development beyond academics.
Middle School Music Teacher (Choir & Band)
Canon City Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication and collaboration for student success.
- Directed grade-level performances, including All-City Choir & Band
- Coordinated district middle school colorguard and jazz band programs
- Produced 8th-grade musicals and led competitive band events
- Served on multiple district committees, including Teacher Effectiveness and Accountability
Elementary Music Teacher
McKinley Elementary School
01.2005 - 01.2015
- Taught music to K-5 students, producing vocal and instrumental performances
- Coordinated All-City Band and Choir events
- Led interventions for reading and math, including RTI/MTSS initiatives
- Progress monitoring and classroom support
- Served on school and district level leadership teams, including district accountability and teacher effectiveness.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress through leadership data teams
- Collaborate with the building leader to create a master schedule that honored the master agreement as well as maximizing the use of resources and intervention.
Preschool Teacher & After School Program Leader
Penrose Elementary
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Taught preschool music and led after-school program activities
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2019
M.A. - Education, Literacy
Adams State College
Alamosa, CO01.2008
B.A. - Music Education, K-12
Colorado State University Pueblo
Pueblo, CO01.2005
Skills
- Leadership & Team Building
- Budget & Resource Management
- Collaboration & Professional Learning Communities (PLC)
- Behavior Management (PBiS/MTSS)
- Curriculum Development & Mapping
- Scheduling coordination
- Instructional coaching
- Restorative Practices
- Pre-K- 12 Instruction
- Rigor and Engagement Practices
- Relationship building and networking
Timeline
Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
Canon City Middle School
01.2021 - Current
Middle School Music Teacher (Choir & Band)
Canon City Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2021
Elementary Music Teacher
McKinley Elementary School
01.2005 - 01.2015
Preschool Teacher & After School Program Leader
Penrose Elementary
01.2001 - 01.2004
M.A. - Education, Literacy
Adams State College
B.A. - Music Education, K-12
Colorado State University Pueblo
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
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