Grade Levels
Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Tutoring Specialties
ADD & ADHD, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Tiered Support, Autism, Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, Gifted/Advanced population, EL (English Learners), Students with varying disabilities
Bio
Hi! My name is Courtney Baker. I believe that every child deserves joyful, inclusive learning that honors their voice and sparks curiosity. I blend academic rigor with social-emotional learning to create safe, empowering spaces where students thrive. My lessons are rooted in student interests and real-world connections, tailored to each learner’s strengths. I build relationships through trust, humor, and celebration—students know I’m in their corner, cheering them on and helping them grow with confidence and kindness. I play the clarinet and love to sing! Every learner deserves a champion. I’d be honored to support your child’s journey—let’s connect and get started.
Teacher Specialization
I specialize in building strong foundational reading skills, math fluency, and comprehension strategies for early and upper elementary learners. I’m a certified Reading Specialist with an M.S. in Reading from Nova Southeastern University (2012) and hold a B.S. in Early Childhood Education with a Minor in Psychology from the University of Central Florida (2009). My credentials include a Reading Endorsement, ELL Certification, and certifications in Culturally Responsive Standards-Based Teaching (Phases 1 & 2), Clinical Educator Training, and Common Core Black Belt. I’ve completed recent Impact Trainings in ELA, Math, and Science, and I’m proud to be a dual Teacher of the Year recipient (2015, 2025).
Courses
1st Grade English Language Arts, 1st Grade Math, 1st Grade Science, 1st Grade Social Studies, 2nd Grade English Language Arts, 2nd Grade Math, 2nd Grade Science, 2nd Grade Social Studies, 3rd Grade English Language Arts, 3rd Grade Math, 3rd Grade Science, 3rd Grade Social Studies, 4th Grade English Language Arts, 4th Grade Math, 4th Grade Science, 4th Grade Social Studies, 5th Grade English Language Arts, 5th Grade Math, 5th Grade Science, 5th Grade Social Studies, AP Biology, AP Environmental Science, AP Psychology, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, Biology, Contemporary World Issues, Earth Science, Eastern Hemisphere Studies, Economics, Elementary Reading, English 10, English 11, English 12, English 9, English Creative Writing, English Language Arts 6, English Language Arts 7, English Language Arts 8, Environmental Science, ESL 1, ESL 2, ESL 3, Geography, Global Studies, High School US History, High School World History, Journalism, Kindergarten English Language Arts, Kindergarten Math, Kindergarten Science, Kindergarten Social Studies, Life Science, Physical Science, Probability and Statistics, Psychology, Public Speaking, Science 6, Science 7, Science 8, Social Studies 6, Social Studies 7, Social Studies 8, Sociology, US Government and Politics, World Geography
