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Cynthia Munson

Houston,TX

Summary

Educational leader with 25 years of experience, driving a 15% increase in STAAR reading scores through innovative instructional design and effective mentorship. Expertise in data analysis and community engagement, promoting collaboration among educators to boost student performance. Proven ability to develop engaging programs and implement strategic initiatives that enhance educational outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Academic Specialist

Bammel Elementary/Spring ISD
Houston, TX
06.2024 - Current
  • As a third-grade administrator, I developed strategies that motivated teachers and students, resulting in the highest growth among all grades.
  • Organized writing camp to elevate student academic performance.
  • Coordinated campus tutoring and Saturday School programs, supporting over 100 students with engaging resources.
  • Spearheaded mentor program for new teachers, fostering collaboration among 15 educators and enhancing performance.
  • Designed and modeled engaging lessons for K-5 teachers to improve classroom dynamics and student participation.

Teacher/Librian/Reading Specialist

Bammel Elementary/Spring ISD
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 06.2024
  • Achieved 15% increase in STAAR reading scores through effective classroom strategies.
  • Founded engaging book club for fourth and fifth graders with over 20 participants to enhance literacy skills.
  • Established girls empowerment group, organizing annual mother-daughter tea to promote community engagement.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

University of Saint Thomas
Houston, TX
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
05-1992

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Community engagement
  • Student assessment
  • Instructional design
  • Educational technology
  • Mentorship
  • Conflict resolution
  • Teaching strategies
  • Assessment creation
  • Instructional coaching

Accomplishments

  • ESL Teacher of the year
  • Teacher of the year
  • HABSE Teacher of the year

Certification

  • Elementary Self-Contained Grades 1-8
  • Elementary Reading Grades 1-8
  • ESL Grades 1-8
  • Principal Grades EC-12

Timeline

Academic Specialist

Bammel Elementary/Spring ISD
06.2024 - Current

Teacher/Librian/Reading Specialist

Bammel Elementary/Spring ISD
08.2018 - 06.2024

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

University of Saint Thomas

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Texas Southern University