Courtney Walker
About Courtney Walker
Courtney Walker is a Content Lead for Humanities PDIS at Great Minds, with a diverse background in education spanning over a decade. She has held various roles, including teacher, assistant principal, and content specialist, across multiple educational institutions.
Current Role at Great Minds
Courtney Walker currently serves as Content Lead for Humanities PDIS at Great Minds. In this role, she has been responsible for leading the development of educational content since 2021. Additionally, she has worked as a Content Developer for Humanities since 2020. Her contributions focus on enhancing the quality and accessibility of educational resources within the organization.
Previous Experience in Education
Courtney Walker has extensive experience in the education sector. She worked as a Corps Member at Teach For America from 2006 to 2008. Following this, she held various roles, including Assistant Principal at Success Academy Charter Schools for 11 months in 2011-2012 and as a 4th/5th Grade Teacher at Aspire Public Schools from 2012 to 2014 in Oakland, CA. She also served as a 2nd & 3rd Grade Lead Teacher at Success Academy Charter Schools from 2009 to 2011.
Educational Background
Courtney Walker earned a Master of Science in Teaching (MST) in Education from Pace University, where she studied from 2006 to 2008. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science and French at Colgate University from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation for her career in education.
Leadership Roles in Education
Walker has held several leadership positions in educational institutions. She served as Principal at Aspire Public Schools from 2014 to 2017 in Oakland, CA, and as Associate Director of College Ready Instruction, focusing on TK-5 Literacy, from 2017 to 2020 in the San Francisco Bay Area. These roles involved overseeing curriculum development and instructional strategies.
Specialization in Special Education
Courtney Walker has experience in special education, having worked as a 1st and 2nd Grade Special Education Teacher at the NYC Department of Education from 2006 to 2009. This role allowed her to develop skills in addressing diverse learning needs and implementing individualized education plans.