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Work History
Education
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CYNTHIA LANE

Springtown,Texas

Summary

Innovative professional with a strong track record of improving test scores by adapting teaching methods to students’ needs. Able to develop personal relationships with students and build their confidence in their abilities. Looking to support the school’s mission by creating a personal, engaging learning environment that celebrates students’ unique talents and ideas.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

FIRST GRADE AND KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Springtown Independent School District
2006.01 - Current
  • Supported students and guardians; maintain discipline in the classroom; methodically provide resources for lessons; simplify lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives and assist students growth and learning
  • Assess students’ progress throughout the term and work closely with other staff to efficiently plan and coordinate work
  • Mentor teachers new to the school and profession
  • Mentor student teachers
  • Grade Level Chair, District Instructional Advisory Committee, Campus Improvement Planning Committee, Sunshine Committee, Technology Committee, Textbook Committee
  • Virtual Teacher 2020-2021.

Kindergarten Teacher

Keller Independent School District
1994.08 - 2006.07

• Responsible for ensuring that all students fully comprehended the taught curriculum and provided support to students who required extra guidance
• Worked closely with the other teachers to ensure all avenues of the curriculum are met and delivered lessons to the students
• Adopted distinctive teaching methodologies, documented all lessons, facilitated constrictive group discussions, and mentored students
•Grade Level Chair, Campus Leadership Team, District Leadership Team, Textbook Committee/Keller Independent School District
• Responsible for ensuring that all students fully comprehended the taught curriculum and provided support to students who required extra guidance
• Worked closely with the other teachers to ensure all avenues of the curriculum are met and delivered lessons to the students
• Adopted distinctive teaching methodologies, documented all lessons, facilitated constrictive group discussions, and mentored students
•Grade Level Chair, Campus Leadership Team, District Leadership Team, Textbook Committee

  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.

Education

Master of Science with School Librarian Certification -

University of North Texas
Denton, Texas
08.2022

Bachelor of Science -

University of North Texas
Denton, Texas
12.1992

Skills

  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Classroom Organization
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Technology Integration
  • Student assessment
  • Emotional Support

Certification

  • Elementary Self-Contained Grades (1-6)
  • Early Childhood Education Grades (PK-6)
  • English as a Second Language Grades (PK-6)
  • School Librarian Grades (EC-12)

Other Qualifications

  • GT Trained
  • Texas Reading Academy Trained

References

Available upon request

Timeline

FIRST GRADE AND KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Springtown Independent School District
2006.01 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Keller Independent School District
1994.08 - 2006.07

Master of Science with School Librarian Certification -

University of North Texas

Bachelor of Science -

University of North Texas
  • Elementary Self-Contained Grades (1-6)
  • Early Childhood Education Grades (PK-6)
  • English as a Second Language Grades (PK-6)
  • School Librarian Grades (EC-12)
CYNTHIA LANE