Open To Work
Cynthia Park
West Jordan,Utah
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator with 30 years of experience in public and early childhood education. Proven expertise in designing and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction for diverse learners in Pre-school through 6th grade. Recognized for strong student relationships, innovative curriculum development, and fostering inclusive, supportive learning environments. Committed to continuous professional growth, collaboration with colleagues, and building meaningful relationships with students and families. Endorsed in Early Childhood, STEM, and ESL, with a passion for inspiring curiosity and lifelong learning in young children.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Jordan School District
01.1996 - Current
- Taught Kindergarten, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades in public school settings.
- Developed and implemented engaging, standards-based lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Integrated STEM and ESL strategies to support all learners.
- Planned and administered WIDA testing for all grades.
- Fostered positive classroom environments and strong family-school relationships.
- Collaboration with Specialists: Regularly collaborated with school counselors and special education staff to tailor learning plans that address individual student needs.
- Classroom Technology Integration: Utilized digital tools and resources to create interactive lessons, enhancing student engagement and facilitating in class and remote learning opportunities.
- Curriculum Design: Developed and adapted projects, lessons, and assignments aligned with curriculum standards to better teach core standards in areas that have been lacking in district adopted programs.
- Assessment Design: Developed and adapted assessments aligned with curriculum standards to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Digital Design and Use: Worked with Mastery Connect and Canvas since the Spring of 2020 using them routinely in my classroom as well as assisting my 5th grade team with integrating these digital products into their classrooms.
Preschool Teacher/Business Owner
Little Hands Preschool
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Managed all business and classroom operations, including family communications, financial management, and enrollment.
- Designed and implemented curriculum, lessons, and activities supporting early childhood development.
- Oversaw daily classroom routines and effective behavior management strategies.
- Built strong relationships with families to foster a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Education -
Southern Utah University
01-2013
STEM Endorsement -
Jordan School District
01-2014
ESL Endorsement
Southern Utah University
01-2013
Early Childhood Education Endorsement
University of Utah
01-2003
BS - Elementary Education
Utah State University
05-1996
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Technology integration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Elementary education
- Classroom technology
- Mathematics instruction
- Proficient in Canvas and Mastery Connect
- Spreadsheets Skills
- Phonemic Awareness Teaching
- Scanner Knowledge
- Web and Social Skills
- Microsoft MS Word
- Microsoft Excell
- Google Classroom
Accomplishments
ELD Lead Teacher for the past 8 years at my school. I volunteered to take over the WIDA testing for our school after seeing the poor testing practices in our district. This has been a large job that has benefited our English Learner each year.
LANGUAGE
English – Native speaker
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$75000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Preschool Teacher/Business Owner
Little Hands Preschool
01.2001 - 01.2007
Elementary Teacher
Jordan School District
01.1996 - Current
ESL Endorsement
Southern Utah University
Early Childhood Education Endorsement
University of Utah
Master of Education -
Southern Utah University
STEM Endorsement -
Jordan School District
BS - Elementary Education
Utah State University
OTHER ENDORSEMENTS
2013 ESL ENDORSEMENT Southern Utah University