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.
Hi, I’m
Gregory Kortzman
School Teacher
Udhailiyah
Summary
Overview
29
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools, Udhailiyah, Saudi Arabia
K-9 Music/Band Teacher
2022.08 - Current (2 years & 1 month)
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 Schools, Udhailiyah
Grade 6 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
2011.08 - 2022.07 (10 years & 11 months)
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 School, Al Khobar
Grade 6 Teacher
2007.08 - 2011.07 (3 years & 11 months)
Job overview
Kamloops Christian School, Kamloops
Grade 6/7 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
1994.09 - 2007.06 (12 years & 9 months)
Job overview
Education
Thompson Rivers University Kamloops
Bachelor of Arts from Education
1988.09 - 1994.05 (5 years & 8 months)
University Overview
University of New York - Buffalo State Buffalo, New York
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
2008.09 - 2010.06 (1 year & 9 months)
University Overview
Skills
Quality education
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K-9 Music/Band Teacher
Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools
2022.08 - Current (2 years & 1 month)
Grade 6 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools
2011.08 - 2022.07 (10 years & 11 months)
University of New York - Buffalo State
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
2008.09 - 2010.06 (1 year & 9 months)
Grade 6 Teacher
International Program School
2007.08 - 2011.07 (3 years & 11 months)
Grade 6/7 Teacher/Activity Coordinator
Kamloops Christian School
1994.09 - 2007.06 (12 years & 9 months)
Thompson Rivers University
Bachelor of Arts from Education
1988.09 - 1994.05 (5 years & 8 months)
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