Cynthia Grahl-Wells (she/her)
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
Becoming a Partnerships Manager for Donors Choose seems like such a wonderful fit for a myriad of reasons:
1. I am highly motivated to make a difference. I welcome meaningful work and enjoy setting goals and working toward their mastery.
2. I relish the opportunity to equalize learning opportunities for all. This is especially important in classrooms where racial and economic inequity reign.
3. I taught for many years and have a lot of experience working with educators and creating business partnerships. Just two examples are: Receiving funding from Oracle and my local Plymouth-Canton Educational Excellence Foundation to support my Earthwatch Expedition. Secondly, I secured funding for a whole-school vegetable garden by creating a partnership with a local nursery.
4. I thrive in creative climates and places where I can make a difference. Having a positive impact on children is a JOY, and one that I miss!
5. I have such respect for Donors Choose - its simplicity and proven track record. I want to be a part of that!
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations - Production Lead
Fly Paper Products
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2021 - Current
- Provided training and support to staff members regarding production issues.
- Coordinated daily operations activities to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends or patterns in retail and wholesale purchasing habits.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and resources.
Elementary and Middle School Educator
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
Canton, MI
08.1995 - 06.2021
- Teacher for Plymouth-Canton Community Schools (P-CCS) Summer Academy for at-risk youth.
- School Leader - Courageous Conversations - Equity for All.
- National Blue Ribbon School, Dodson Elementary 2016
- Administrator for P-CCS Summer Academy - in charge of day-to-day function of school (300+ children, 40 educators and 50+ support staff), conducted training and coordinated daily operations for all areas.
- Teacher in general education, predominantly upper elementary.
- Teacher of Talented and Gifted Program.
- Earthwatch Institute Environmental Grant Recipient
- Michigan Teacher Exchange Program Grant Recipient - taught in various schools in NSW, Australia.
- Educational Excellence Foundation multiple grant recipient: Diversified Book Bag Collection, Maker Space equipment, STEM Lab equipment, Dodson Elementary vegetable garden.
- Fuel Up to Play - Nutritional grant recipient in conjunction with the Detroit Lions
- P-CCS Science Task Force building representative
- P-CCS Science Curriculum Writer
Education
Master of Language Arts - K-8 Education - Language Arts
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI06-2000
Bachelor of Science - K-8 Science Instruction
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI06-1994
Teaching Certificate - K - 8 Science & Social Studies
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI06-1994
Skills
- I work well with a wide variety of people, as I genuinely enjoy the energy created when interacting with others - one of the many reasons I enjoyed teaching so much!
- Strong problem-solving skills and welcome new ideas!
- Proficient user of Zoom, Microsoft Office, Flipgrid, Canvas and am currently updating my Google G Suite skills
- Very comfortable working with teams as well as leadership roles Lots of experience here!
- While not particularly competitive, I am diligent and take pride in doing the best I can at any career/ job (including being a birthday hostess at Chuck-E-Cheese when in high school :)
Affiliations
- I have spent two years working on a children's book - a labor-of-love, for sure.
- I love a great independent bookstore!
- I enjoy traveling and am currently saving up for the Galapagos Islands or Italy (hopefully both)!
- In my spare time, I am usually doing something artistic, be it writing, illustrating (currently learning Apple's Procreate) crafting and just starting to do some fiber arts and multi-media work.
- I also love live music - Hozier this summer and went to see U2 at the Sphere this past year.
- I keep working to be a better gardener, as my love of fresh basil and tomatoes knows no bounds!
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations - Production Lead
Fly Paper Products
09.2021 - Current
Elementary and Middle School Educator
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
08.1995 - 06.2021
Master of Language Arts - K-8 Education - Language Arts
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - K-8 Science Instruction
Eastern Michigan University
Teaching Certificate - K - 8 Science & Social Studies
Eastern Michigan University
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