Cynthia Lamkin

• Provide visionary leadership for a school grades 1-12 to create a positive and inclusive school culture focused on academic excellence, student engagement, and character development.
• Perform regular walk throughs and observations as the instructional leader providing regular constructive feedback from observation.
• Successfully implemented evidence-based instructional strategies resulting in measurable improvements in student achievement.
• Led the development and implementation of a school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, contributing to a reduction in disciplinary incidents.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with parents, community stakeholders, and local organizations, fostering a sense of community and support for the school.
• Implemented professional development initiatives to enhance the skills and effectiveness of teaching staff, resulting in improved instructional practices and student outcomes.
• Effectively managed the school budget, allocated resources efficiently, and secured additional funding through grant applications.
• Effectively structured and facilitated the MTSS process by leading the interventionist, counselor, behavior therapist, nurse, and teachers.
• Provided leadership for extracurricular programs for students, staff, and parents. Monthly, academically driven parental involvement activities, Accelerated Reader (AR) incentives, and IReady incentives.

• Support the principal in coordinating and implementing the school's academic curriculum, ensuring alignment with state standards, and promoting a challenging, engaging learning experience for ninth-grade students.
• Played a key role in implementing technology integration initiatives, enhancing the use of educational technology in the classroom.
• Conducted regular classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to teachers, promoting continuous improvement.
• Facilitated professional development sessions on instructional best practices, and assessment strategies.
• Oversee the MTSS process.
• Responsible for all school extracurricular activities.
• Collaborate with the principal to provide effective leadership in the day-to-day administration of the high school, ensuring adherence to school policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Oversee and manage student discipline for students, implementing fair and consistent procedures to maintain a positive and safe school environment. Work closely with teachers, counselors, and parents to address behavioral concerns.

The Assistant Vocational Director plays a crucial role in supporting and enhancing the overall effectiveness of vocational programs within an organization or educational institution. This position involves working closely with the Vocational Director to develop, implement, and oversee initiatives that promote the growth and success of vocational training and education.

• Collaborate with the Vocational Director in designing and developing vocational programs that align with industry trends, workforce demands, and the organization's mission.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment by implementing strategies to enhance student engagement, motivation, and success in vocational programs.
• Work with the Vocational Director to manage resources effectively, including budgeting, equipment procurement, and facility maintenance, to support the delivery of high-quality vocational education.
• Support the professional development of vocational instructors by facilitating training sessions, workshops, and continuous education opportunities to ensure they stay abreast of industry trends and teaching methodologies.

• Delivered academic and vocational counseling for grades nine through twelve.
• Coordinated vocational testing cycles for vocational education courses.

• Assist students in grades 4-6 with setting academic goals, and develop study and time-management skills.
• Monitor academic progress, and identify students needing intervention.
• Maintained classroom and group counseling.
• Oversee the Positive Behavior Interventions and Support for Academics and Behavior.
• Collaborate with teachers to support student learning.
• Support students with academic challenges, attendance issues, or motivation.
• Coordinated the academic state testing cycle.

• Assist students in grades 9-12 in setting academic goals and developing management skills.
• Assist students preparing for the ACT and locating scholarships
• Monitor academic progress, and identify students needing intervention.
• Assist with course selection and academic planning.
• Collaborate with teachers to support student learning.
• Support students with academic challenges, attendance issues, and motivation.

• Monitor 7th to 8th grade students' academic progress, and identify students needing intervention.
• Assist with course selection and academic planning.
• Collaborate with teachers to support student learning.
• Support students with academic challenges, attendance issues, or motivation.
• Observe and assess behaviors to determine patterns, triggers, and functions.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).
• Collect and analyze behavioral data to guide intervention planning.
• Develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Set measurable behavioral goals.
• Use positive behavior supports and reinforcement strategies.
• Teach replacement behaviors that serve the same function as the problem behavior.

• Assisted students ages 16-21 in preparing for the General Educational Development (GED) exam by building academic skills, teaching reading, science, and social studies, confidence, and readiness for postsecondary education or the workforce.
• The role blends instruction, mentoring, and academic support, and is often found in adult education programs, community colleges, correctional facilities, and workforce centers.
• Assisted students in obtaining employment.
• Administer diagnostic assessments to identify skill gaps.
• Develop individualized learning plans.
• Track progress toward test readiness.
• Prepare students for GED practice tests and official exams.