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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Cynthia Coffey

Silverton,TX

Summary

Enthusiastic Vocational Instructor with over 20 years of experience in the Food Service field. Proficient in offering differentiated instruction to help students reach educational goals. Talented and committed teacher passionate about helping students succeed in life. Inspiring Vocational Instructor committed to providing thorough hands on instruction while setting a great example for educational excellence and modeling acceptable social and work-related behavior. A strong background in food service with curriculum development and progress assessment capabilities. Eager to apply these talents to an exciting opportunity.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Culinary Arts Teacher

Silverton ISD
Silverton, Texas
08.2016 - Current

Students operated a commercial restaurant twice weekly and catered events.

Home Economics Teacher

Kress ISD
Kress, Texas
08.2000 - 05.2014
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach students the principles of nutrition, food safety, meal preparation and budgeting.
  • Conducted classroom activities to develop student skills in sewing, cooking, interior design and other home economics-related topics.
  • Encouraged student participation in community service projects related to home economics.

Nutrition Education Coordinator

South Plains Health Provider WIC Program
Plainview, Texas
01.1996 - 07.2000
  • Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
  • Conducted interviews with potential candidates for open positions within the organization.
  • Developed nutrition lessons to be used in regional offices
  • Consulted personally with clients
  • Taught nutrition and health classes

C.V.A.E. Food Service Teacheer

Plainview ISD Houston St. School
Plainview, Texas
08.1991 - 05.1996
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.

VEH Teacher Food Service

Slaton ISD
Slaton, Texas
08.1989 - 05.1991
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items according to recipes or individual requirements.
  • Ensured that all dishes were prepared in accordance with established safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
  • Utilized problem solving skills to resolve issues quickly.
  • Handicapped students learned job skills
  • Students operated a cafe and catering service

C.V.A.E Teacher

Dimmitt Isd
Ddimmitt, Texas
01.1987 - 05.1989
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Students operated a cafe for staff

Education

Master of Science - Home Economics

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05-1992

Bachelor of Science - Home Economics

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
12-1986

Associate of Arts - Sales, Merchandising, And Marketing

Ddalllas Fashion Merchandising College
Dallas, TX
05-1973

Skills

  • Professionalism and Work Ethic
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Hands-on Learning Facilitation
  • Continuing Education Commitment

Affiliations

  • FCCLA
  • Student Council
  • Cheer
  • Community Service Projects

Accomplishments

  • Phi Upsilon Oicron, Omega Chapter, Texas Tech
  • Plainview Teacher of the Year 1995

Certification

  • Texas Teacher Certificate: Provisional Vocational Homemaking

Timeline

Culinary Arts Teacher

Silverton ISD
08.2016 - Current

Home Economics Teacher

Kress ISD
08.2000 - 05.2014

Nutrition Education Coordinator

South Plains Health Provider WIC Program
01.1996 - 07.2000

C.V.A.E. Food Service Teacheer

Plainview ISD Houston St. School
08.1991 - 05.1996

VEH Teacher Food Service

Slaton ISD
08.1989 - 05.1991

C.V.A.E Teacher

Dimmitt Isd
01.1987 - 05.1989

Master of Science - Home Economics

Texas Tech University

Bachelor of Science - Home Economics

Texas Tech University

Associate of Arts - Sales, Merchandising, And Marketing

Ddalllas Fashion Merchandising College
Cynthia Coffey