Courtney Gordon
Literacy Consultant
Known both for her enthusiasm and expertise, Courtney is a dynamic personality who makes friends fast and serves as a trusted guide to teachers across the K-12 spectrum. With more than 15 years of experience as a Smekens literacy consultant, Courtney has the expertise to support teachers at every level of implementation.
taking time to share your knowledge with us.”
Kaitlyn Lizarando | 4th Grade Teacher
Fagert Elementary School, Richmond, TX
Getting teachers excited to learn
How you can learn from Courtney
Bring Courtney to your school
On-site training and consultations allow the entire staff to learn and grow together.
Schedule virtual training with Courtney
Receive live virtual customized professional development support via Zoom.
Lisa Harkness, Director of Curriculum
Greenwood Community Schools, Greenwood, IN
“As much as I dislike meetings, etc. that take me out of the classroom and away from teaching—working with Courtney is always the opposite! I look forward to them & always walk away with amazing ideas!”
Elizabeth Hicks, Teacher
St. Luke Catholic School, Indianapolis, IN
“Courtney was AMAZING!!!!! Everything she shared today will definitely be tried in my classroom this upcoming year. Thank you for sharing best practices and taking time to share your knowledge with us.”
Kaitlyn Lizarondo, Teacher
Fagert Elementary School, Richmond, TX
“Courtney does an amazing job of presenting crucial information in a fun, engaging way. We love working with her!”
Jodi Scott, Teacher
Crestview Middle School, Huntington, IN
“She is fantastic! So knowledgeable and eloquent in the delivery of information. I will sign up for any PD she is presenting!”
Tina Sanchez, Teacher
Carter Elementary School, Richmond, TX
“Awesome job sharing a mini-lesson! I went straight back to my class and copied it right away before I forgot any parts! Really liked how it could be transferred to different writing activities.”
Kaitlin Gawron, Teacher
Ardmore Elementary School, Addison, IL
“Courtney was fabulous! I hope we can work with her in the future! Her dynamic presentation style made the day fly by. She is a master at presenting the writer’s workshop!”
Dr. Holly Arnold, Principal
Newburgh Elementary School, Newburgh, IN
“Everything shared was very valuable and super beneficial. Courtney helped put ALL the pieces together in a clear, organized, and helpful way. She was so fun, helpful, and engaging! These 2 days were GREAT!”
Rachel Nelsen, Teacher
St. Paul Lutheran School, Grafton, WI
“Courtney Gordon is one of the most dynamic PD presenters I have had the pleasure of working with! ”
Christopher Moore, Teacher
Saint Luke Catholic School, Indianapolis, IN
“Courtney was very professional, prepared, and gave useful information that I am so excited to implement into my classroom. ”
Emelia Mount, Teacher
Phelan Elementary School, Richmond, TX
“I was so thrilled to attend a second training with Courtney! Her lessons are relevant, engaging, & fun!”
Rebeca Tipton, Teacher
Morgan Elementary School, Fulshear, TX
Working from the middle
Courtney grew up in London, Ontario where powerful experiences in her own schooling led to her passion for teaching and education.
That passion took her to Grace College in Indiana where she secured a BA in Elementary Education and landed her first teaching job at a nearby middle school. Courtney later returned to Grace as an Adjunct Professor of Education after earning her Master’s Degree from Olivet Nazarene University.
Courtney dedicated 10 years to teaching English Language Arts in grades 6-8 before pivoting to her current role as a full-time literacy consultant with Smekens Education.
Since joining the Smekens team, Courtney has worked with hundreds of schools to provide customized on-site professional development for teachers.
She and her husband, Jamey, live in Carmel, IN and have two children and two very lovable wheaten terriers—Maple and Archie.
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We are eager to help you achieve your PD goals!