Cynthia Flores
Windham,CT
Summary
Upbeat and dedicated educator committed to promoting student learning and strengthening individual potential. Skilled in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Experienced in dual language education, particularly with English Learners, and adept at creating culturally responsive classrooms. Enthusiastic about collaborating with colleagues, participating in professional development, and contributing positively to the school community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Job Coach
Windham Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Follow Windham Public School policy to ensure student safety. Implement and adhere to safety protocols and procedures to create a secure learning environment. Monitor and address potential safety issues promptly.
- Assist teacher with documentation of student progress
- Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
- Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
Student Teacher
Buckley Elementary School, Manchester
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Integrated technology into 50% of daily lesson plans to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians, and administration with tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Developed and implemented dynamic lessons, effectively managing classroom diversity.
- Assisted in creating a culturally responsive classroom environment.
- Participated in grade-level PLC meetings, district-level and school committee meetings, and all PD activities.
Utilized Google Classroom and other digital tools to enhance learning and instruction.
Bilingual Tutor
Windham Public Schools
10.2019 - 08.2023
- Planned lessons to strengthen weak subjects, increasing academic progress by 55%.
- Used creative teaching strategies incorporating real-life scenarios for practical language acquisition.
- Assisted in developing bilingual curriculum materials for comprehensive and accessible content.
- Supported students with challenging concepts, improving their understanding.
- Documented and tracked daily progress and academic records for each student.
- Performed instructional interventions to support bilingual students under a certified teacher's guidance.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05.2003
Skills
- Bilingual Communication: Fluent in Spanish and English, enabling effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues Skilled in translating educational materials and providing bilingual instruction
- Classroom Management: Experienced in maintaining a positive, organized classroom environment with effective behavior management strategies
- Instructional Planning and Delivery: Proficient in designing and executing lesson plans that align with standards, and creating differentiated instruction for diverse learning needs
- Assessment and Evaluation: Proficient in using formative and summative assessments to gauge student progress, analyze data, and provide targeted interventions
Certification
Certification
- State Teacher Certification (Pending)
State: Connecticut
Timeline
Job Coach
Windham Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
Buckley Elementary School, Manchester
08.2023 - 04.2024
Bilingual Tutor
Windham Public Schools
10.2019 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Eastern Connecticut State University
Certification
- State Teacher Certification (Pending)
State: Connecticut
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