Courtney Anderson Brown

http://courtneybrownteaching.weebly.com/
(989) 948-4238

coubrown@gmail.com

Education
2009-2014
2015

Bachelor of Arts, Majors: English, French, Theatre & Entertainment Arts

Marquette, MI
GPA 3.71

Michigan Provisional Secondary Teaching Certificate: French & English

Received

Northern Michigan University

Professional Experience
English/French
Teacher Intern

Gwinn Area Community Schools: High School

Responsibilities:

Plan and implement lessons in classes with 18+ students

following the Michigan Standards for English and Foreign
Language

Start: January 2015

End: May 2015

Report to supervising teacher

Facilitate communication between school and parents/guardians
Provide a safe learning environment in all classes
Participate in school Drama Club and French Club

Costume Intern
& Instructor

Midland Center for the Arts: Center Stage Theatre

Responsibilities:

Create and design costumes for the summer season

Start: June 2014

End: August 2014

Clean and organize collection and shop

Help supervise/teach summer sewing camps
Attend all shows to care for actors/costumes
Costume maintenance

English Teaching
Assistant

Teaching Assistant Program in France: Lyon

Responsibilities:

Work with students to improve their oral and comprehension of English:

Ages 14-19

Start: October 2013

End: May 2014

Tutor, plan lessons, teach with in-class supervision

Organize the English Language Club and English Intensives

Autism
Professional

Private Residence-Direct Care: Midland, MI

Responsibilities:

Provide care for two 8-year-olds on the Autism Spectrum in their home

Start: May 2013

End: Sept 2013

Develop communication skills, including verbal and nonverbal

Assist with daily tasks (including toileting) for each youth
Prepare activities to strengthen fine and gross motor skills
Light housekeeping

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Substitute
Teacher

Professional Education Services Group: Marquette, MI

Responsibilities:

Various subjects for all grade levels K-12

Start: Sept. 2012

End: June 2015

Manage classes on a temporary basis

Create daily reports on classroom conduct for teachers

Program Aide

Child and Family Services of the Upper Peninsula

Responsibilities:

Provide supervision for youth grades K-6 before/after school

Start: June 2010

End: May 2013

Plan activities that both teach and inspire creativity for youth
Prepare a nutritious snack for afternoon youth
Record/handle payments from parents
Communicate changes in behavior to parents and teachers

Director &
Stage Manager

Lake Superior Youth Theatre: Marquette, MI

Responsibilities:

Artistic Director for youth summer shows for 60+ youth: Wonka Jr.,
The Mouse That Roared

Start: March 2010

End: October 2014

Fulfill responsibilities of Production Stage Manager: Alice in

Wonderland, Marquette Goes Hollywood, Annie, Jr.
Train youth crew in production protocol
Manage budget set for show
Communicate all rehearsals and information to parents
Work closely with Producer/Director and volunteers to ensure all
aspects are completed
Promote shows with publicity: posters, websites, etc.
Create and maintain schedules for construction, rehearsals, etc.
Other involvement: Please request Theatre resume

Awards
Nominated:
Received:

NMU Outstanding Student (Any Class Standing)

NMU Outstanding Graduating Senior-Female
NMU Secondary Education Student Teacher of the Year
NMU Student Commencement Speaker
Michigan Campus Compact Commitment to Service Award
NMU Superior Edge: Citizenship, Leadership, Diversity, Real World
AmeriCorps: Michigan Service Scholar Volunteer Scholarship
NMU Student Leader Fellowship Program: Top Block Award
Michigan Campus Compact Heart and Soul Award
Michael D. Nunnally Volunteer Award
NMU Volunteer of the Month
NMU Presidential Harden Scholarship
NMU Deans List

2011-2014
2014
May 2015
May 2014
2013
2010-2013
2012
2012
2011, 2012
April 2011
February 2011
2009-2013
2009-2015

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References
Mrs. Shannon Ruiz
High School Teacher: Gwinn High School
sruiz@gwinn.k12.mi.us
(906) 346-9247 x2115
Dr. Kia Jane Richmond
NMU Associate Professor
Academic Advisor
krichmon@nmu.edu
(906) 227-2713
Nicole (Nikke) Nason
Artistic Director-Lake Superior Youth Theatre
Former Arts & Culture Director-City of Marquette
nikkearts@gmail.com
(906) 362-6453

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