I am an innovative educator bringing a 29-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. An enthusiastic team leader with a proven track record of mentoring and collaborating with colleagues.
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Gregory Kortzman
School Teacher
Udhailiyah
Summary
Overview
29
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Saudi Aramco Expatriate SchoolsUdhailiyah, Saudi Arabia
K-9 Music/Band Teacher
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
Saudi Aramco Expatriate SchoolsUdhailiyah
Grade 6 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
08.2011 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Collaborated with specialists and Learning Assistance to meet needs of students requiring extra support.
- Coached various school teams and coordinated all coaches and sports teams.
- Created House Program (NEST Program, for our Falcons-themed mascot!) Planned and carried out regular activities and team-building with colleagues and students.
International Program SchoolAl Khobar
Grade 6 Teacher
08.2007 - 07.2011
Job overview
Kamloops Christian SchoolKamloops
Grade 6/7 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
09.1994 - 06.2007
Job overview
Education
Thompson Rivers UniversityKamloops
Bachelor of Arts from Education
09.1988 - 05.1994
University Overview
University of New York - Buffalo StateBuffalo, New York
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
09.2008 - 06.2010
University Overview
Skills
Quality education
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K-9 Music/Band Teacher
Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools
08.2022 - Current
Grade 6 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools
08.2011 - 07.2022
University of New York - Buffalo State
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
09.2008 - 06.2010
Grade 6 Teacher
International Program School
08.2007 - 07.2011
Grade 6/7 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
Kamloops Christian School
09.1994 - 06.2007
Thompson Rivers University
Bachelor of Arts from Education
09.1988 - 05.1994
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