Cynthia Fisher
Copperas Cove
Summary
Dynamic education professional with extensive experience at Killeen Independent School District, specializing in IEP development and meeting facilitation. Proven ability to enhance student outcomes through effective communication and collaboration. Skilled in data analysis and behavior management, fostering inclusive environments that support diverse learning needs. Committed to driving educational excellence and student success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Facilitator for Special Programs
Killeen Independependent School District
Killeen
08.2024 - Current
- Organized and led meetings for special education students and 504 students.
- Handled uploading accommodation and behavior trackers.
- Addressed parental concerns about student needs.
- Facilitated communication between educators to ensure proper accommodation implementations.
- Collected necessary referral documents to support the assessment process in special education.
- Uploaded documents into Eduphoria for staff review and response.
- Ensured all meetings' signature pages were uploaded.
- Consult administration on meeting processes and address concerns.
- Evaluated document sections before meetings to implement necessary changes.
SKILLS Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
Killeen
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Assessed student progress through informal observations and formal evaluations.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Monitored classroom behavior while enforcing rules in a fair manner.
- Utilized a variety of instructional techniques such as lectures, discussions, demonstrations, projects and multimedia presentations to engage students in the learning process.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Assisted colleagues with the implementation of new technologies into their classrooms.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and assignments completed according to school guidelines.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by using problem-solving activities with real world applications.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Created an effective classroom environment that promotes respect for diversity and encourages active participation from all learners.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians about their child's performance or any relevant concerns they may have had.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Principal
Priority Charter Schools
Morgan's Point
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment.
- Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends.
- Assessed current teaching methods and techniques used by staff members in order to provide feedback on their effectiveness.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Encouraged and voiced positive feedback to mentor and motivate new teachers.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
Assistant Principal
Alice Independent School District
Alice
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to determine areas needing improvement.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends in education technology.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Developed instructional methods and content for educational or student activity programs.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
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- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Special Education Teacher
Killeen ISD, Copperas Cove ISD
Killen, Copperas Cove
08.2016 - 02.2020
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
Education
Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2012
Bachelor of Science Interdisciplinary Studies
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX08-1994
Skills
- Meeting facilitation
- IEP development
- Document management
- Student assessment
- Behavior management
- Data analysis
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Written communication
Certification
- Legacy Master Reading Teacher - Life
- Early Childhood Education Grades (PK-KG) 2026 *Early Childhood Education - Handicapped Grades (PK-6) 2026
- Principal Grades (EC- 12) 2026
- English as a Second Language Supplement Grades (EC-12) 2026
- Elementary Mathematics, Reading, Self Contained Grade (1-8) Life
- Generic Special Education Grade PK-12) Life
Timeline
Campus Facilitator for Special Programs
Killeen Independependent School District
08.2024 - Current
SKILLS Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
02.2023 - 08.2024
Principal
Priority Charter Schools
07.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant Principal
Alice Independent School District
03.2020 - 07.2022
Special Education Teacher
Killeen ISD, Copperas Cove ISD
08.2016 - 02.2020
Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science Interdisciplinary Studies
Tarleton State University
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