Cynthia Brown
Charleston
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Charleston County Schools, adept at fostering student engagement and promoting critical thinking. Skilled in collaborative teaching and educational research, I design inclusive learning experiences that motivate students and enhance their academic growth. A positive role model, I effectively communicate with parents to support student success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Teacher
Charleston County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2025
- Designed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Executed classroom management strategies to cultivate an engaging learning atmosphere.
- Facilitated collaboration with colleagues to refine curriculum and instructional methodologies.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive formative and summative assessment techniques.
Paraprofessional
Charleston County Schools
08.2000 - 06.2012
- Orchestrated classroom instruction through collaboration with educators on lesson plans and strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Developed and executed customized learning experiences to address diverse student needs and abilities.
- Designed and implemented behavior management strategies to foster positive student interactions.
- Collaborated with educators to design and implement inclusive educational resources.
Substitute Teacher
Charleston County Schools
08.1996 - 06.2000
- Implemented engaging lesson plans to facilitate student learning across diverse subjects.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet varying student needs and learning styles.
- Maintained classroom management to create a productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to support curriculum development and enhance educational resources.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to students, fostering their academic growth and confidence.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing feedback to promote improvement.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Service Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2016
High School Diploma -
Gordon H Garrett High School
Charleston, SC06.1976
Skills
Parent-teacher communication
Critical thinking promotion
Collaborative teaching
Educational research
Positive role model and mentor
Motivating students
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, creating an environment for learning.
- Data Organization - Organized scores of over 100 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, and testing specialists to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at CE Williams Middle School in 2024.
- Received commendation from CE Williams Middle School principal for successfully working with students with behavior problems.
Timeline
Certified Teacher
Charleston County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2025
Paraprofessional
Charleston County Schools
08.2000 - 06.2012
Substitute Teacher
Charleston County Schools
08.1996 - 06.2000
Master of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Human Service Management
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Gordon H Garrett High School