Cynthia Bonnen
Garden City,NY
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with extensive experience supporting diverse learners and driving academic success. Skilled in IEP development, differentiated instruction, and collaborative problem-solving. Currently serving as a Special Education Teacher with aspirations to transition into an administrative leadership role. Adept at fostering inclusive environments, managing compliance, and leading initiatives that improve student outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IEP Coordinator/Interventionist
Van Siclen Community Middle School
09.2023 - Current
- Communicated with families to solicit input and share student social and academic progress.
- Established systems and routines to create safe, purposeful, and welcoming classroom environment.
- Determined student's initial eligibility for special education in collaboration with student, parents, and general staff.
- Analyzed student assessment data to determine next steps.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Led and managed child study teams to develop REWARDS interventions to support students fluency.
Special Education Teacher
Van Siclen Community Middle School
09.2017 - Current
- Deliver individualized instruction to students with disabilities, resulting in measurable academic growth.
- Develop and manage IEPs for diverse learners, ensuring compliance and progress monitoring.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and specialists to implement accommodations and behavior strategies.
- Lead classroom management initiatives and mentor new teachers on best practices.
- Actively participate in school leadership committees and contribute to policy development for inclusive education.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Corps Member
Teach For America
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Selected from 48,000 applicants nationwide to teach in under-resourced schools.
- Engaged in intensive professional development to enhance instructional practices and leadership skills.
Teacher Assistant
Windmill Montessori School
09.2013 - 07.2016
- Supported classroom instruction and assessment for early learners.
- Organized classroom materials and assisted with curriculum development and grading.
Education
M.A. - Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
01.2019
B.A. - English
Brooklyn College
01.2013
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- IEP Compliance & Case Management
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Led Staff Training & Development
- Fluent in Spanish
Accomplishments
- Helped 60 students graduate from intervention programs reading a grade level above initial reading level.
- Increased effectiveness of intervention program by developing key improvement strategies and professional development
- Oversaw REWARDS and REWARDS plus intervention program for 6-8th grade.
- Led team of 12 interventionists with multiple intervention groups; PHONICS, Rewards, Rewards plus, CSR, SPIRE.
Certification
NY State Certified Teacher – Students with Disabilities Grades 7–12; Generalist 5–9
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
IEP Coordinator/Interventionist
Van Siclen Community Middle School
09.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Van Siclen Community Middle School
09.2017 - Current
Corps Member
Teach For America
06.2017 - 06.2019
Teacher Assistant
Windmill Montessori School
09.2013 - 07.2016
B.A. - English
Brooklyn College
M.A. - Education
Relay Graduate School of Education