Cynthia Crowe
Louisville,KY
Summary
Personable and dedicated individual with Intensive background in working with students and families who are experiencing barriers to education and/or success. Specialized in the areas of negative behaviors, student academics, negative circumstances along with community diversity with over 26 years of experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Re Engagement and Transition
JEFFERSON CO. PUBLIC SCHOOLS
ECE/CEIS
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students through one-on-one consultations, offering guidance on coursework and positive behavior choice.
- Collaborated with school personnel in regard to student entering their school. Assist with transportation, community along with academic resources for student success.
- Provide students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills with parents resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation of services provided following ethical guidelines while maintaining client confidentiality and student success.
- Increased student engagement by implementing interactive group activities, thought-provoking discussions, and problem-solving exercises.
- Maintain active role within school professionals staying current with students needs, resources and contributing knowledge through my expertise and resources.
- Supported multidisciplinary actions in regards to each students individual needs and concerns.
- Resolved conflicts among students with mediation techniques, promoting harmonious school community.
Youth Care Worker III - PRN
Uspiritus
Bellewood And Brooklawn Residential
11.2012 - Current
- Provide crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing urgent concerns promptly while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Model to teach youth life skills in accordance with the Psycho Educational Model (PEM)
- Reduced incidents of negative behavior by positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implement individualized care plans to address specific needs and goals of each child.
- Support transition of youth back into their communities or to independent living situations with tailored life skills training.
- Monitor and report effectiveness of care plans, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet changing needs.
- Facilitate youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
- Improve communication skills among youth by encouraging positive individual and group discussions among staff and peers.
Coordinator of Community Support
JCPS Community Support
Ujima And Cane Run Neighborhood Place
11.2015 - 07.2023
- Provided support to JCPS families through Neighborhood Place
- Facilitated school and community workshops through collaborative partnerships within the Neighborhood Place
- Facilitator and creator of G.I.R.L. Talk (Gorgeous Individuals Reaching Leadership) mentoring program for JCPS students grades 3 thru 12
- Provided variety of resources to students and families in their area of need (housing, financial assistance, tutoring, post-secondary education, food, violence prevention)
- Facilitated Family Team meetings along with community partners such as JCPS Pupil Personnel, CPS, Court Liaisons, to ensure safety for students and families with the goal of student success along with parental involvement
- Served as liaison between the home and school
- Mentored new staff members, providing guidance on best practices within JCPS Community Support
- Boosted student attendance through effective strategies and targeted outreach efforts within students and families
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, offering immediate assistance and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
School Social Worker
Jefferson Co. Public Schools
Phoenix School Of Discovery
10.2013 - 11.2015
- Conducted home visits to ensure student attendance in collaboration with JCPS Court Liaison
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Assisted students with college readiness along with post secondary life decisions
- Facilitated student and parent workshops of various topics
- Conducted assessments to identify students at risk and developed targeted interventions to support them.
Home School Coordinator
JEFFERSON CO. PUBLIC SCHOOLS - Community Support
Marion C. Moore High School
04.2002 - 10.2013
- Provided case management for 80 students through drop out prevention
- Encouraged students with their families by providing support and resources, promoting graduation, post secondary education and/or career resources and choices.
- Enhanced school programs by collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents to identify areas for improvement.
- Coordinated tutoring programs to provide additional academic support for struggling students, enhancing overall achievement levels.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to track student progress and graduation success rate.
- Implemented diversity initiatives within the school community, fostering an inclusive environment where all students felt supported academically and socially.
- Mentored students providing support and guidance that contributed to their educational and career growth.
Parent Coordinator Title I
JEFFERSON CO. PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Title I
04.2000 - 04.2002
- Designed Curriculum for parent training programs
- Analyzed, evaluated and summarized data regarding implementation of the parent component and leadership support
- Facilitated PAC (Parent Advisory Council) monthly meetings
- Conducted, coordinated and supervised parent workshops for public and private schools
Clerk II
Jefferson Co. Public Schools
Meyzeek, Youth Services Center
11.1999 - 04.2000
- Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Maintained filing system and organized student program documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment along with assisting with student individual and staff needs.
- Ensured confidentiality of sensitive information in regards to student and/or families needs.
Clerk I
Jefferson Co. Public Schools
Elementary School Support - Gheens Academy
11.1996 - 11.1999
- Supported elementary resource teachers with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring their individual school needs and task were completed on time.
- Maintained filing system and organized each resource teachers and schools documents for easy retrieval of information when needed in a timely manner
- Strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each request/assignment.
- Managed incoming calls professionally, taking detailed messages submitting them to each appropriate teacher in a timely manner.
- Displayed quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
Education
B.S. - PSYCHOLOGY
SPALDING UNIVERSITY
Louisville, KY.01.2003
Skills
- Proven ability to serve as Liaison and work with staff of all levels
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- Community Resources & Outreach Development
- Ability to work in and with challenging and diverse populations
- Mentoring youth of all ages in both individual and group setting
- Crisis Intervention
- Family Engagement and Parental Involvement
- Advocate for student success
- Behavioral Coach
The Jane Charmoli Award
Collaborating with Neighborhood Place Partners and being a Vocal Champion of Neighborhood Place
Timeline
Associate Re Engagement and Transition
JEFFERSON CO. PUBLIC SCHOOLS
07.2023 - Current
Coordinator of Community Support
JCPS Community Support
11.2015 - 07.2023
School Social Worker
Jefferson Co. Public Schools
10.2013 - 11.2015
Youth Care Worker III - PRN
Uspiritus
11.2012 - Current
Home School Coordinator
JEFFERSON CO. PUBLIC SCHOOLS - Community Support
04.2002 - 10.2013
Parent Coordinator Title I
JEFFERSON CO. PUBLIC SCHOOLS
04.2000 - 04.2002
Clerk II
Jefferson Co. Public Schools
11.1999 - 04.2000
Clerk I
Jefferson Co. Public Schools
11.1996 - 11.1999
B.S. - PSYCHOLOGY
SPALDING UNIVERSITY