Court Cureton
Chula Vista
Summary
Education professional with extensive experience at Teach For America, specializing in academic support and student engagement. Proven ability to develop tailored interventions that enhance learning outcomes through effective program coordination. Strong focus on building relationships and implementing culturally responsive strategies to empower students. Committed to optimizing academic performance and fostering a positive learning environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Site Supervisor/ Youth Leader
PrimeTime, Harmonium
San Diego
09.2022 - Current
- Facilitated daily homework assistance and academic support across all educational levels, from elementary to middle school.
- Directed and trained college-aged program staff while managing scheduling and workflow for over two years.
- Developed weekly staff schedules that ensured consistent program coverage and quality service delivery.
- Enhanced students' academic performance through personalized organization strategies and study skills coaching.
- Ensured safety regulation compliance by coordinating various site activities.
- Streamlined site operations by organizing essential materials and resources efficiently.
- Kept precise records of daily activities and incidents occurring on site.
TFA Ignite Academic Support Fellow
Teach For America
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided individualized tutoring for high school and third-grade students, focusing on reading comprehension and literacy.
- Adapted instructional strategies to address diverse learning needs through collaboration with teachers.
- Established strong rapport with students, delivering consistent feedback and academic motivation.
- Enhanced skill development via targeted academic interventions and strategic support.
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored for varied student populations in Ignite Fellowship.
- Collaborated with educators to improve classroom strategies and boost student engagement.
- Mentored peers on effective teaching techniques and classroom management practices.
- Analyzed student feedback to refine instructional methods and develop curricular materials.
Student-Athlete, Women's Rowing
University of San Diego
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Competed as a Division I rowing athlete while completing a Psychology major with minors in Leadership and Women's & Gender Studies.
- Gained firsthand experience with student-athlete study hall, tutoring, and academic systems.
- Used Degree Works extensively to plan classes, track degree progress, and ensure on-time graduation.
- Experienced the pressures of maintaining NCAA eligibility and balancing academic and athletic demands.
- Division I Athletics
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA08-2022
Skills
- Academic support and tutoring
- Student-athlete development
- Learning environment structure
- NCAA eligibility awareness
- Tutor supervision and scheduling
- Executive function support
- DegreeWorks proficiency
- Culturally responsive support
- Program coordination
- Academic intervention
- Schedule management
- Student engagement
- Team leadership
- Feedback delivery
- Relationship building
Certification
Mandated Reporter
Timeline
Assistant Site Supervisor/ Youth Leader
PrimeTime, Harmonium
09.2022 - Current
TFA Ignite Academic Support Fellow
Teach For America
09.2021 - 05.2023
Student-Athlete, Women's Rowing
University of San Diego
09.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of San Diego