Cynthia Baughman
Nashville,IN
Summary
A focused education professional with a Master's Degree in School Administration/Leadership and experience helping students achieve education goals.
As an educator for over 20 years, I have experience in creating a safe environment within my classroom, behavior management, curriculum development, and assessing students learning as well as outstanding skills in parent communication.
As a former instructional coach, I understand the importance of team collaboration, communicating with staff regarding curriculum and best practices in teaching to meet the needs of all learners. As an instructional coach, I was able to observe teachers and discuss with them goals and areas for improvement in their teaching.
I am a highly organized individual with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. As an educator, I believe the learning never ends and am always excited about opportunities to grow in my learning as an educator and bring new skills and strategies to the school community that I can share with my colleagues.
As an educator, my belief is that we are life-long learners. In a quote from Tom Peters, he states that "leaders don't create followers, they create more leaders." A leader's mission should be to create a vision that is student focused, keeping what is in the best interest of the students in the forefront of each decision as we create a positive school culture.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Brown County School Corporation
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
3rd and 4th Grade Teacher
Monroe County Community School Corporation
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Managed a classrsoom of 25 students.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in the curriculum.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal assessments, providing constructive feedback and tailored instruction to meet individual needs.
- Supported special education students by implementing personalized accommodations and collaborating with support staff to ensure success.
- Established open communication with parents through regular updates on student performance, conferences, and newsletters.
- Collaborated with team members to develop interdisciplinary units of study that connected multiple subject areas for a more comprehensive learning experience.
Special Education Teacher
Monroe County Community School Corporation
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Science - School Leadership/Administration
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05.2018
Licensure - Special Education Licensure (Pre-Grade 12)
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN12.2011
PRAXIS Exam - Elementary Education License
Licensure
Bloomington, IN05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2000
Skills
- Proven leader with a commitment to student academic success and socio-emotional development
- Collaborative team member
- A leader with a strong commitment to follow through and task completion
- Highly organized and management
- Teacher Collaboration
- Excellent communication skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Sound decision-making skills in discipline and crisis situation
- Ability to give constructive feedback to improve academic outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to manage, coach and collaborate with individuals
- Willingness to grow and learn in education
Certification
- Licensed - Indiana Teacher's License
- Master's Degree in School Administration/Leaderhip
- Elementary Education License
- Special Education License
- Early Childhood Education License
Committees and Achievements
Instructional Coach
Lead Teacher (overseeing elementary school in absence of Principal)
PBIS/SEL Team
School Safety Committee
Corporation Discussion Committee
School Improvement Committee
Equity and Inclusion Committee
M.A.T.H. Bowl Coach for 7 years
SPELL Bowl Coach for 2 years
PACE Art Grant Facilitator and Writer (2 years)
In School Suspension/Credit Recovery Supervisor (High School Level)
ELA Curriculum Adoption Committee
References
Emily Tracy, Superintendent
Brown County School Corporation
357 East Main Street
Nashville, IN 47448
260-460-7873 (Cell)
Amy Rawlings
2nd Grade Teacher
Helmsburg Elementary School
812-350-2236 (Cell)
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Brown County School Corporation
11.2022 - Current
3rd and 4th Grade Teacher
Monroe County Community School Corporation
08.2020 - 11.2022
Special Education Teacher
Monroe County Community School Corporation
08.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - School Leadership/Administration
Indiana State University
Licensure - Special Education Licensure (Pre-Grade 12)
Indiana State University
PRAXIS Exam - Elementary Education License
Licensure
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University Bloomington
- Licensed - Indiana Teacher's License
- Master's Degree in School Administration/Leaderhip
- Elementary Education License
- Special Education License
- Early Childhood Education License
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