Matthew N. Courtney is seeking a position to teach science concepts using his experience and education. He has a Master's degree in Biological Science from Purdue University-Calumet and a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences from Southern Illinois University. He has over 15 years of experience teaching Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, and general science courses as an Associate Professor at Ivy Tech Community College and as an Instructor at Triton College. He also has experience working as a biologist and water sampler conducting research and collecting samples.

1. Matthew N. Courtney
208 Washington Park Blvd. Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 229-7960
mcourtney9@ivytech.edu
O B J E C T I V E
To help the students understand the concepts of Science using my knowledge, experience
and academic background. My dedication in teaching will be very beneficial in providing
quality education to the students.
E D U C A T I O N
Masters of Biological Science, Purdue University-Calumet, Hammond, IN 46320.
Bachelor’s of Biological Sciences, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901
W O R K H I S T O R Y
Associate Professor, 2003 to present, Ivy Tech Community College, Valparaiso, IN.
Teach Anatomy & Physiology I & II, and General Microbiology. Provides science instruction.
Maintains student records, attendance, and grades. Maintains a safe, quality classroom.
College Instructor, 2008-2010, Triton College, River Grove, IL Provided science instruction.
Maintained student records, attendance, and grades. Maintained a safe, quality classroom.
Laboratory Instructor, 2006. Purdue University, Hammond, IN.
Instructed the laboratory portion of Biology courses.
Biologist, April, 2005 to April 2006, AMEC for NIPSCO Chesterton, IN. Sample collection
in site-specific entrainment study. Collected larval fish samples and recorded data.
Biologist/Water Sampler, April 2004 to Sept. 2004. Westat Research Corp., Rockville, MD.
Water sampling from Washington Park Beach for EPA study.
Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S
• Experienced instructor.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy & physiology, microbiology, and life sciences in general.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organized, responsible, flexible, and dependable.
• Proficient with Blackboard Inc. technology.
• Proficient in most computer software applications and databases.
• Initiated the use of PowerPoint in class reports and presentations.
• Introduced new techniques in teaching science subjects.
• Working knowledge of Universal Precautions and safety in the laboratory.
C O U R S E S T A U G H T
• BIOL 101 – General Biology
• APHY 101 – Anatomy & Physiology I
• APHY 102 – Anatomy & Physiology II
• BIOL 201 – Introduction to Microbiology
• BIOL 1420 – Animal Behavior
R E F E R E N C E S
• Rick Soria, Vice Chancellor/Dean of Ivy Tech Community College, 219-879-9137, 6225
• Lenny Corso, Ivy Tech Instructor, 3805 Hastings Ct. Valparaiso, IN 46383 219-242-4141
• Sherry Gacioch, Nurse and former student, 259 Arbor Drive Chesterton IN, 219-477-
9477
• Jeff Sodaro, Asst. Vice President at CNA. 312-822-1693.
• Kurt Facco, Computer Tech and friend, Goodin Associates. 618-549-0286