COURTNEY J.

HUCH
4661 West River Road, Muskegon, MI 49445 H: (231) 730-3006 huchc0502@comcast.net

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Innovative Special Educator extensively trained in helping students with special needs. Equipped to provide
appropriate and effective learning techniques and behavioral redirection for students with Cognitive and/or
Emotional Impairments.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science: Double Major in Comprehensive Science and Arts for Teaching and Special Education,
2014
Grand Valley State University - Grand Rapids, MI
Endorsements in Cognitive Impairments and Emotional Impairments
Certification in Elementary Education
SKILLS
11 hours of training in CPI Readers' Workshop
First Aid and CPR Certified Writers' Workshop
Meets Michigan's NCLBs Highly Qualified Words Their Way
Teacher requirements Love and Logic
Capturing Kids' Hearts
EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, 01/2014 to Current
White Pines Middle School Grand Haven, MI
Student Teacher in Intensive Resource Room for Students with Emotional Impairments.
Implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
Redirected students using school wide positive behavioral interventions and supports through Capturing
Kids' Hearts.
Developed IEPs with and without BIPs.
Taught Spelling using Words their Way.
Taught extracurricular Drama Club after school for 8 weeks.
Collaborated with General Education teachers to create the Least Restrictive Environment for students.
Student Teacher, 09/2013 to 12/2013
Reeths-Puffer Elementary School Muskegon, MI
Student Teacher in Second Grade Classroom for students in General Education.
Taught Reading using Readers' Workshop.
Taught Writing using Writers' Workshop.
Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software such as MobyMax and RazKids.
Created positive classroom management system based on Love and Logic.
Observed the use of READ 180.
Observed the use of The Daily Five.
Mathematics Tutor/Nanny, 06/2013 to 09/2013
Sarah and Brad Mallott Grand Haven, MI
Tutored and cared for a 12 year old student with Prader-Willi Syndrome and a 10 year old student.
Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities.
Reported on student progress to parents.
Camp Aide, 06/2013 to 06/2013

Donald and Diane Niblick Compass College of Cinematic Arts - Grand Rapids, MI
Provided transportation for a student with Autism to and from camp everyday.
Modified activities so everyone at camp could be engaged.
Provided support for team collaboration in the act of writing, filming, and editing a short film.
Student Teacher, 01/2013 to 05/2013
Spring Lake High School Spring Lake, MI
Student Teacher in Self-Contained classroom for students with Moderate Cognitive Impairments.
Taught Transitions class for students exiting High School.
Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
Implemented and taught life skills program that brought students out into their local community to work.
Created a classroom business selling popcorn to the school every week.
Teacher Assistant, 09/2012 to 12/2012
Grand Haven High School Grand Haven, MI
Teacher Assistant in Resource Room for students with Learning Disabilities
Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
Integrated technology into the classroom as an instructional tool, such as the Smartboard and ActiVote.
Co-taught ninth grade English class.
Volunteer, 10/2011 to 06/2012
Spring Lake High School Spring Lake, MI
One hundred and sixty five volunteer hours in Self-Contained Classroom for students with Moderate
Cognitive Impairments
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Established positive rapport with all students and parents through conferences and weekly letters sent
home.
Volunteer, 09/2011 to 12/2011
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center Grand Rapids, MI
Twenty five volunteer hours in a split-classroom for students in second and third grade
Established a safe work environment for the students.
Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
Encouraged students with special academic interests to fully pursue those subjects.
Volunteer, 10/2010 to 12/2010
West Elementary Grandville, MI
Thirty five volunteer hours in a Resource Room for students with Learning Disabilities.
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day.
Monitored students' Reading levels and Comprehension skills by using Accelerated Reader Quizzes.
CERTIFICATIONS
Student Council for Exceptional Children - November 2011
Lead Teacher of D.J. Angus Water Research Field Trip - May 2014
WORK HISTORY
Certified Pharmacy Technician, 02/2007 to Current
Walgreens Pharmacy - Grandville, MI
Managed drug and supply inventories.
Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing, and receiving.
Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
REFERENCES
Sandra Baker

Special Education Teacher/Parent of Student with Down Syndrome
1518 West Timber Trail
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 955-7484
sandrajbaker63@gmail.com

Angela Michienzi
Pharmacy Manager
3191 28th Street Southwest
Grandville, MI 49418
(616) 322-5431

Eva Clark
Special Education Teacher
17001 Ferris Street
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6257
clarke@ghaps.org

Courtney Arens
Special Education Teacher
1400 South Griffin Street
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6488
arensc@ghaps.org

Sara Malott
Parent of Student
15934 Ridgefield Street
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 502-3211
sarajmalott@hotmail.com