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Cyndi Parks

Magnolia,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at Tomball Intermediate, I excel in fostering educational environments where special needs students thrive. Leveraging skills in classroom management and relationship building, I've significantly enhanced student engagement and success. My approach combines critical thinking with effective behavior management, making me a pivotal asset in any educational setting.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

PASS Teacher

Tomball Intermediate
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

PASS Paraprofessional

Tomball Intermediate
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
  • Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
  • Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
  • Coordinated with teachers to monitor student progress, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Contributed to development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.
  • Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
  • Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

Iteach Texas
Denton
12-2024

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Public speaking
  • Growth mindset
  • Conflict resolution
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Special needs students

Timeline

PASS Teacher

Tomball Intermediate
08.2023 - Current

PASS Paraprofessional

Tomball Intermediate
09.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Texas State University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

Iteach Texas

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