Cynthia Mann
Wetumpka,AL
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader with a proven track record, enhancing teacher effectiveness through targeted professional development and data-driven strategies. Skilled in effective staff management and communication, I fostered a collaborative environment that improved student outcomes and promoted a growth mindset among educators.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Elmore County Board Of Education
- Guided teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
Instructional Leader
Tuscaloosa City Schools
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
- Promoted continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies.
Principal
Lowndes County Board Of Education
- Conducted staff evaluations that highlighted strengths and developed plans for improvement
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
- Created customized professional development workshops tailored to address specific areas of need
- Implemented evidence-based literacy strategies, resulting in improved reading and math skills among students
Cadre Coach
America’s Choice Instruction
- Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents.
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
- Modeled Subject lessons for daily or weekly instruction.
- Maintained confidentiality while recording and keeping detailed track of student performances.
Instructional Assistant
Montgomery County Public Schools
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Coordinated school-wide events including parent-teacher conferences, open houses, literacy nights, enriching community connections.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
- Determined instructional needs of staff
- Managed the purchasing, cataloging, and distributing instructional materials to teachers
- Certified grant writer
Teacher
Elmore County Board Of Education
Millbrook, AL
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Organizational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FLMaster of Science - Elementary Education
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.1986
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern MS
Hattiesburg, MS05.1975
Wingfield HS
Jackson, MS05.1971
Skills
Successful Instructional leadership
Organization
Effective Staff management
Verbal and written communication
Employee performance evaluations
Certification
School Administration gr P-12
Teacher K-8, endorsement in Reading
Timeline
Teacher
Elmore County Board Of Education
08.2023 - 05.2025
Instructional Coach
Elmore County Board Of Education
Instructional Leader
Tuscaloosa City Schools
Principal
Lowndes County Board Of Education
Cadre Coach
America’s Choice Instruction
Instructional Assistant
Montgomery County Public Schools
Organizational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern MS
Wingfield HS