Cynthia Paul Pierre
Lauderdale Lakes,FL
Summary
To seek employment in Education, Mental Health, Social Work, Management or closely related field.
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tedder Elementary School
01.2022 - 06.2023
- I assisted in starting the new Pre-Kindergarten Intensive ESE class. I coordinated curriculum, the materials, ordered furniture and established a class system. I am currently teaching the new Pre-Kindergarten class.
Sawgrass Elementary School
06.2021 - 07.2021
- I worked as an ESE Support Facilitator during the Summer Experience. I also supported other classrooms as requested by Administration.
Morrow Elementary School
07.2019 - 06.2020
- I was the ESE Specialist. I was responsible for the ESE student population from Pre-Kindergarten to Fifth Grade. I have trained a relatively new staff and worked with the best parents. It is a tremendously rewarding work.
Bethune Elementary School
12.2018 - 06.2019
- I was the ESE Specialist working part-time at 53%. I am responsible for the ESE student population from Head Start to Fifth Grade. I would like to move into a full-time position.
Central Park Elementary School
12.2018 - 06.2019
- I am a Part-time (53%) Exceptional Student Education Support Facilitator for grades Kindergarten to Fifth Grade. I provided Differentiated Instruction and update their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Gratigny Elementary School
09.2017 - 12.2018
- I was an Exceptional Student Education Support Facilitator for grades Fourth and Fifth. I provided Differentiated Instruction in the General Education classroom. I am responsible for Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade and assist with the ESOL Department.
First Grade Teacher/ ESE Support Facilitator
Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center
08.2016 - 10.2017
- I taught Reading and Language Arts to students who were eager to learn. I also had a role as a ESE Support Facilitator for students from grades 3-7.
ESE-IND 4th /5th Grades Teacher
Nob Hill Elementary School
11.2016 - 06.2017
- I taught a class of 4th and 5th grade students utilizing a variety of techniques and technology. My students made tremendous gains academically and socially.
ESOL Helping Teacher
Cypress Lake High School District of Lee County
01.2016 - 06.2016
- My duties as the ESOL Helping Teacher were to assist in the instructional process by working with students individually or in small groups, supplementing regular instruction and implementing teacher-developed lesson plans. I assist in the preparation, organization and use of instructional aids, materials, and technology as needed. I worked with the teacher to reinforce positive learning and behavior patterns among students. I provided support for students in the development of study skills necessary for learning and in the achievement of instructional objectives. I assist with parental involvement activities; demonstrating the understanding and respect of individual student’s culture and interests. I maintain confidentiality and comply with the laws and policies concerning confidentiality of student information and record keeping. I provide support in a computer laboratory, library/media center and/or other learning facilities when appropriate.
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families, Child Protective Investigations
02.2015 - 09.2015
- My primary duties as a Child Protective Investigator were to conduct investigations of alleged abuse, abandonment, neglect and/or exploitation of minor children. During the course of my employment, I performed other duties such as:
- Conducted investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children;
- Collected information through interviews with the children, parents, relatives, neighbors, and other parties associated with the case;
- Engaged families, identified needs and determined the level of intervention needed to include voluntary services or court ordered dependency services
- Provided services linkages to agency and community resources based on needs assessment. Provided recommendations for development of case plan to Case Managers.
- Conducted initial/ongoing Child Present and Impending Danger assessments
- Developed with the family a signed Present Danger Plan and a signed safety plan for any identified threats and interventions;
- Arranged emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in the home;
- Notified state attorney, law enforcement, child protection team and other required individuals as appropriate;
- Scheduled and gathered information for and participated in case staffing
- Prepared appropriate reports/documentation in coordination with Children’s Legal Services and provided testimony in court
- Maintained thorough documentation in the client records/appropriate information system(s) and maintained organized client files
- Reported indication of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline;
- Provided subject matter expertise to help less experienced CPIs build increased capacity in investigative skills;
- Provided case consultation and advises and/or co-investigates complex cases with other CPIs to assure appropriateness, clarity, quality, and thoroughness;
- Established and maintained cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agencies involved with child protective investigations such as community-based providers, Children’s Legal Services, law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and other community/agency resources;
- Ensured effective communication with deaf or hard-of hearing Customers or companions in accordance with the ADA and/or Section 504 and managed service records and reported this data and any resources and/or training needs to their designated program point of contact.
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families, Child Protective Investigations
11.2013 - 06.2014
- My primary duties as a Child Protective Investigator were to conduct investigations of alleged abuse, abandonment, neglect and/or exploitation of minor children. During the course of my employment, I performed other duties such as:
- Conducted investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children;
- Collected information through interviews with the children, parents, relatives, neighbors, and other parties associated with the case;
- Engaged families, identified needs and determined the level of intervention needed to include voluntary services or court ordered dependency services
- Provided services linkages to agency and community resources based on needs assessment. Provided recommendations for development of case plan to Case Managers.
- Conducted initial/ongoing Child Present and Impending Danger assessments
- Developed with the family a signed Present Danger Plan and a signed safety plan for any identified threats and interventions;
- Arranged emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in the home;
- Notified state attorney, law enforcement, child protection team and other required individuals as appropriate;
- Scheduled and gathered information for and participated in case staffing
- Prepared appropriate reports/documentation in coordination with Children’s Legal Services and provided testimony in court
- Maintained thorough documentation in the client records/appropriate information system(s) and maintained organized client files
- Reported indication of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline;
- Provided subject matter expertise to help less experienced CPIs build increased capacity in investigative skills;
- Provided case consultation and advises and/or co-investigates complex cases with other CPIs to assure appropriateness, clarity, quality, and thoroughness;
- Established and maintained cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agencies involved with child protective investigations such as community-based providers, Children’s Legal Services, law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and other community/agency resources;
- Ensured effective communication with deaf or hard-of hearing Customers or companions in accordance with the ADA and/or Section 504 and managed service records and reported this data and any resources and/or training needs to their designated program point of contact.
Rehabilitation Specialist
GEO Care Inc./South Florida Evaluation & Treatment Center
08.2009 - 11.2013
- Planned and facilitated the Engagement Phase Group Activities; processed and managed group dynamics to maximize patient participation. Determined changes and documented such changes in case files. Notified team members through team meetings.
- Re-assessed the patients’ (monthly) to determine readiness to move forward within the Role Recovery Model; document results of monthly re-assessments.
- Completed documentations of New Admissions Assessments & Monthly Re-Assessments within a specified time frame. Participated in the planning of special events by working as a team with all departments and programs to meet the needs of the patients.
- Sensitive to cultural diversity issues, treated patients as individuals, and considered the culture of the patients when providing care and treatment.
- Knowledgeable about care and treatment that is consistent with/sensitive to the age and life span development needs of each patient.
- I taught Criminal Court Procedure, Anger Management and Life Skills to inmates deemed incompetent to proceed due to mental health or co-occurring mental health combined with substance abuse issues. I also facilitated therapeutic activities to aid in the recovery and treatment of the inmate/patient.
Advanced, US History Teacher
Jorge Mas Canosa Middle School
10.2008 - 06.2009
- I taught 8th grade Advanced, US History and Inclusion to group of wonderful students who happened to be of the Hispanic Culture. I was very creative with projects and activities to enrich and enhance the curriculum.
High School/High Tech Youth Services Specialist
Center for Independent Living of Broward
08.2008 - 10.2008
- I taught a career development curriculum emphasizing high tech careers at eight Broward County high schools. These high school students had various disabilities from learning to physical and most were in the Exceptional Student Education Strand. My responsibilities also including planning field trips, workshops and volunteer activities all at no cost to the participants.
Teacher
YMAACD @ MacArthur North Senior High
05.2008 - 06.2008
- Taught World History, English and Spanish at an all-male alternative high school through Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
- These students have various issues which caused them to be expelled from the traditional high school, and therefore placed in a more confined environment.
- Responsible for providing a quality education while actively guiding behavior modification and management.
Paralegal
Joseph W. Gibson, Jr. PA, LLC
07.2007 - 03.2008
- I was responsible for assisting the attorneys in research and preparing clients for court. I drafted legal documents, maintained and organized files and received payment for legal services.
Teacher
Miami Park Elementary School
01.2007 - 08.2007
- Taught fourth grade students in the Severely Emotionally Disturbed strand. I was responsible for providing a quality education while actively guiding behavior modification and management.
- Met the objectives set in my Professional Development Plan for academic year 2006-2007, proving to be a successful year.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Dept. of Education- Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
11.2003 - 01.2007
- Provided vocational rehabilitative counseling to individuals 14-24 with a diversity of disabilities in order that they may attain employment.
- Coordinated services, assessed medical, psychological and vocational information to determine eligibility for services.
- Conducted in depth interviews with individuals with disabilities requiring rehabilitation strategies to determine eligibility and feasibility for achieving an employment outcome and to develop a plan for employment.
- Provided information to assist individuals with disabilities in making informed choices regarding services and service providers.
- Authorized payments, coordinated and/or negotiated services leading to successful employment outcomes.
- Developed and utilized job placement opportunities, developed employer contacts, served as a liaison with employers, and collaborated with team members for selective job placements.
- Collaborated with parents of minors in order to determine appropriate employment goals.
- Utilized reports from management information systems to analyze data and monitor timeliness of services.
- Managed resources to ensure financial accountability according to state and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with community partners to assure appropriate use of available resources.
Education
Master's degree - Social Work
Florida International University
North Miami, FL09.1999
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Business Administration, Criminology, Urban and Regional Planning and Development
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL01.1997
Associate in Arts - Business Administration
Miami-Dade College
North Campus, Miami, FL01.1994
Skills
- PC literate including MS Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Internet
- ESOL Methods-Secondary Schools
- Bi-lingual in English and French-Creole
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Certification
- Certified Teacher, Exceptional Student Education - [Tim
Languages
English
Full Professional
French Creole
Full Professional
Timeline
Tedder Elementary School
01.2022 - 06.2023
Sawgrass Elementary School
06.2021 - 07.2021
Morrow Elementary School
07.2019 - 06.2020
Bethune Elementary School
12.2018 - 06.2019
Central Park Elementary School
12.2018 - 06.2019
Gratigny Elementary School
09.2017 - 12.2018
ESE-IND 4th /5th Grades Teacher
Nob Hill Elementary School
11.2016 - 06.2017
First Grade Teacher/ ESE Support Facilitator
Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center
08.2016 - 10.2017
ESOL Helping Teacher
Cypress Lake High School District of Lee County
01.2016 - 06.2016
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families, Child Protective Investigations
02.2015 - 09.2015
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families, Child Protective Investigations
11.2013 - 06.2014
Rehabilitation Specialist
GEO Care Inc./South Florida Evaluation & Treatment Center
08.2009 - 11.2013
Advanced, US History Teacher
Jorge Mas Canosa Middle School
10.2008 - 06.2009
High School/High Tech Youth Services Specialist
Center for Independent Living of Broward
08.2008 - 10.2008
Teacher
YMAACD @ MacArthur North Senior High
05.2008 - 06.2008
Paralegal
Joseph W. Gibson, Jr. PA, LLC
07.2007 - 03.2008
Teacher
Miami Park Elementary School
01.2007 - 08.2007
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Dept. of Education- Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
11.2003 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Business Administration, Criminology, Urban and Regional Planning and Development
Florida State University
Master's degree - Social Work
Florida International University
Associate in Arts - Business Administration
Miami-Dade College
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