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Cynthia Bechtel

Davenport,Iowa

Summary

Dedicated teacher with a calm disposition. Possesses a deep understanding that positive social emotional development is paramount to a child's well being. Passionate about making learning meaningful and fun.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Start Teacher

Community Action Of Eastern Iowa
Clinton, IA And Davenport, IA
03.2013 - Current
  • All as stated below for first Head Start Teacher position-with enhancements, such as:
  • Learned to more effectively monitor classroom for safety.
  • Utilized Conscious Discipline Strategies in daily routines and within naturally occurring instances as a tool for behavior management and individualization.
  • Wrote effective anecdotes and planned activities to complement Teaching Strategies Gold assessment.

Head Start Teacher

Community Action Of Eastern Iowa
Clinton, IA
07.2000 - 06.2011
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Collaborated with teachers, assistants, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

After School Coordinator

Clinton Community Schools
Clinton, IA
06.2011 - 03.2013

Planned and implemented activities and field trips for elementary aged students during after school hours.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With Pre-K Endorsement

Mount Saint Clare College
Clinton, IA
12.1996

Skills

  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Trained in Conscious Discipline Strategies
  • Skilled with Utilizing Phonemic Awareness Strategies
  • Confident with Teaching Strategies Gold and Effective Anecdotal Note-Taking

Timeline

Head Start Teacher

Community Action Of Eastern Iowa
03.2013 - Current

After School Coordinator

Clinton Community Schools
06.2011 - 03.2013

Head Start Teacher

Community Action Of Eastern Iowa
07.2000 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With Pre-K Endorsement

Mount Saint Clare College
Cynthia Bechtel