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Cynthia Cindy Burris

Astatula,FL

Summary

To assist students with and without disabilities by giving them strategies and resources to use so that they can be successful in school, the community and in their future.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Home Supervisor

Grace Care Advocates
08.2024 - Current
  • Proactively monitor and support residents’ needs overnight, ensuring safety and consistent care.
  • Maintain clear communication with clinical partners and support staff to ensure continuity of care.
  • Take initiative to address concerns and provide backup coverage during staffing shortages.

6–8th Grade Reading Teacher

Lake Pointe Academy
08.2021 - Current
  • Deliver structured reading interventions while managing a dynamic classroom environment.
  • Coordinate with ancillary staff to ensure a seamless educational experience for students.

K–8 Tutor

Huntington Learning Center
11.2023 - 08.2025
  • Provide individualized academic support aligned with each student’s needs.
  • Collaborate with parents and educational staff to ensure timely progress updates and service excellence.
  • Adjust instruction proactively to meet productivity goals and maintain quality standards.

Behavioral Disorders Teacher (K–5)

Beverly Shores Elementary
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Provided constant support in a high-need environment requiring excellent communication with clinical and academic teams.
  • Designed and implemented behavior and education plans aligned with school-wide goals.

Special Education Teacher

Pine Ridge Elementary School
08.2017 - 01.2020
  • Maintained coverage of all assigned student needs across 1st–5th grade settings.
  • Fostered strong collaboration across clinical and ancillary departments.
  • Led team initiatives that exceeded district performance benchmarks.

Inclusion Teacher (4th Grade)

Sawgrass Bay Elementary School
08.2012 - 01.2017
  • Supported students in general education classrooms with strategic academic interventions.
  • Oversaw Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and led team meetings for care coordination.
  • Served as ESE team lead, regularly exceeding administrative expectations.

Resource Room Teacher (4th–5th Grade)

Casey-Westfield Schools
08.1998 - 01.2012
  • Ensured full coverage of educational services and maintained student engagement.
  • Proactively collaborated with support services to enhance student development.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL

Skills

  • ESE certified K-12
  • ESOL certified
  • K-12 Reading endorsed
  • K-6 Elementary certified
  • BLS certified
  • CPR certified

Timeline

Group Home Supervisor

Grace Care Advocates
08.2024 - Current

K–8 Tutor

Huntington Learning Center
11.2023 - 08.2025

6–8th Grade Reading Teacher

Lake Pointe Academy
08.2021 - Current

Behavioral Disorders Teacher (K–5)

Beverly Shores Elementary
08.2020 - 01.2021

Special Education Teacher

Pine Ridge Elementary School
08.2017 - 01.2020

Inclusion Teacher (4th Grade)

Sawgrass Bay Elementary School
08.2012 - 01.2017

Resource Room Teacher (4th–5th Grade)

Casey-Westfield Schools
08.1998 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science -

Eastern Illinois University
Cynthia Cindy Burris