Cynthus Jones
Conflict Resolution
Philadelphia,PA
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Conflict/Dispute Resolution Educator and Consultant
Temple University
10.2020 - Current
- Lead facilitator and consultant for youth conflict specialist project, currently a multi-year project funded by the Department of Justice
Climate & Culture Coach
School District of Philadelphia
08.2017 - 10.2021
- Designed and facilitated system-level professional development series' for school and district leaders on topics including equity, trauma-informed care, restorative practices, conflict resolution, building empathy, relationship building, verbal de-escalation, and positive language/discipline
- Ensured that 15-35 schools a year received the necessary coaching, training, and planning support in order to successfully implement MTSS and effectively build and maintain safer schools
- Created tools and supported school and district-wide analyzation of data to monitor the effectiveness of targeted interventions
- Implemented tier 1 and 2 restorative justice support systems
- Facilitated interdepartmental and intradepartmental district collaboration
- Member of the Office of Talent Hiring Committee (to hire school-based climate support) and lead coordinator and instructor in the annual climate manager symposium
- Office of Climate and Safety
Community and Culture Coordinator
Blaine Elementary and Middle, SDP
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Data analyst: tier 1 core values team, PBIS, and tier 2 mentor team
- Restorative Justice; Supported teachers with RJ and trauma-informed classroom management via on-going meeting, planning, and coaching, Facilitation and planning support for conflict resolution at teacher-student and student-parent behavioral meetings
- Student leadership/voice: Implemented student leadership programs (including student government, core value clique) and trained adults in their importance, Designed and led socialized recess program for 2nd-8th grade
- Partnerships Coordinator: Recruited and maintained 50 community partners, Held monthly stakeholder meetings convening all partners, Ensured community and student representation in school policy, events, and culture through strategic communication and planning, recruited and managed volunteer teams
- Family Engagement: organized 70+ bimonthly parent workshops, 60+ community events, created and distributed weekly resources and monthly calendar, and maintained social media presence
- Grants: Garnished 30k in grants and in-kinds supporting technology integration, STEAM, urban gardening, and other student-community activities
ELL Teacher
Nationalities Service Center
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Taught 4 different levels of English immersion classes at NSC with 30 languages present
Independent Consultant
Self Employed
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives enhancing operational efficiencies.
- Analyzed client needs and developed tailored solutions to exceed expectations.
- Facilitated stakeholder workshops to drive consensus on project objectives and deliverables.
- Designed and executed process improvement strategies, resulting in increased productivity.
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
Vice President
HACC Student Government
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Co-managed a 250,000 budget and collaborated with executive board colleagues and ~30 SGA reps to most effectively and democratically utilize funds
- Oversaw/scheduled all student activities, for 50 orgs
- Planned community events-including the largest fundraiser on campus for the Allison Hill Community Center
Field Manager
Grass Roots Campaign Inc.
08.2008 - 06.2009
- Led and supervised crews, public speaking trainer
- Canvassed for the Democratic National Committee and for the American Civil Liberties Union
Certification
Restorative Justice
Mediation
Suicide Prevention Training
Safe Space Training
Timeline
Independent Consultant
Self Employed
01.2022 - 01.2025
Conflict/Dispute Resolution Educator and Consultant
Temple University
10.2020 - Current
Climate & Culture Coach
School District of Philadelphia
08.2017 - 10.2021
Community and Culture Coordinator
Blaine Elementary and Middle, SDP
07.2014 - 06.2017
ELL Teacher
Nationalities Service Center
01.2013 - 01.2014
Vice President
HACC Student Government
08.2010 - 06.2011
Field Manager
Grass Roots Campaign Inc.
08.2008 - 06.2009