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Courtney Burford 154 Pine Glen Road, Langhorne, PA. 19047 215-964-3164 cburford@holyfamily.edu |
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“Courtney is a natural when it comes to teaching. She works well with students of all ages and all learning styles, and her students clearly benefit from her versatility and patience. She shows dedication to her students and a love of teaching in every lesson.” Bonnie Takakjy “She is well organized and always prepared for class. Courtney has original ideas during class discussion and makes strong connections with the material. She is going to be a great teacher.” Gary Crim |
Professional Ambitions
Eager to foster interest
of reading, writing, and literature in secondary students. ·
Interest
in combining innovative teaching practices with traditional texts to spark
student interest in literature. ·
Dedicated to assisting students who are
struggling with their reading and writing skills. ·
Belief
that all students can find meaning in literature and purpose in writing if
approached at their own level. Education
Masters of
Education Program at Holy Family
University Currently enrolled, GPA 4.0 Expected graduation date December 2008. Bachelor of
Arts, English Temple University,
Philadelphia, PA. 2005-2007. Additional
Undergraduate Coursework Bucks County Community College, Newtown,
PA. 2005. University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.
2001-2004. Professional Development in Teaching / Instruction
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Instructor of
Horseback Riding. May 2006 – Present. George School Equestrian
Center, Newtown, PA ·
Head Instructor of Horseback Riding. 1999 – 2001.
Stepping Stone Farm Summer Riding Program Educational Affiliations
International Reading Association Member Discovery Educator Network Member |
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