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Cynthia Coleman

Hernando,MS

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position to utilize my biology background. I am excellent with motivating students and adults with over 18 years of experience getting adult nutrition workers excited about their job.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Biology Teacher

DeSoto County Schools
08.2017 - 05.2024
  • Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
  • Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student progress, providing timely feedback for improvement.
  • Taught and remediated mostly special educaton students with a high success rate passing the Biology State Test.
  • Top Biology scores in the state of Mississippi for two years.

Director of Child Nutrition

Desoto County Schools
07.1999 - 05.2016


  • Implemented allergy-friendly meal options, accommodating diverse dietary needs among students.
  • Optimized budget allocation for the department by closely monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Evaluated program success by tracking key performance indicators and making data-driven decisions for improvement.
  • Led successful grant-writing efforts securing additional funding for child nutrition programming enhancements.
  • Established comprehensive safety protocols to minimize risk of foodborne illness incidents within the facilities.
  • Conducted regular staff evaluations to identify areas for improvement and provide constructive feedback for growth.
  • Introduced new technology platforms streamlining administrative tasks such as meal planning, ordering, and reporting.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Developed strong relationships with local food suppliers, ensuring high-quality ingredients and timely delivery.

Education

Dietetic Internship - Registered Dietitian

St. Dominic Hospital - Dietetic Internship
Jackson, MS
06.1997

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
12.1996

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Biology Content Knowledge
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum Design
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Positive Reinforcement

Timeline

Biology Teacher

DeSoto County Schools
08.2017 - 05.2024

Director of Child Nutrition

Desoto County Schools
07.1999 - 05.2016

Dietetic Internship - Registered Dietitian

St. Dominic Hospital - Dietetic Internship

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics

Mississippi State University

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