Cynthia Rainbow
Salisbury,MD
Summary
Passionate educator with extensive experience in facilitating professional learning communities, and delivering impactful training to diverse teams. Proven ability to engage teachers in reflective practices and data-informed decision-making to drive student success and foster a culture of collaboration.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Professional Development Coach
Wicomico County Board Of Education
Salisbury, MD
08.2018 - Current
- Facilitate PLC's & Participate in ILT's
- Engage in coaching cycles and collaborate with teachers.
- Deliver professional development to teachers at the county and school level, to IA's and Title I principals.
- Analyze student performance data to inform instructional decisions.
- Plan and implement differentiated small group instruction.
- Provide ongoing feedback and guidance to enhance instructional strategies and reflective practices.
- Presented to ML Families for Title I Parent Nights.
- Presented data at Title I SPA, progress monitoring
Classroom Teacher
New York City Board of Education
Brooklyn, NY
08.2004 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Adapted teaching methods based on diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Implemented strategies for differentiating instruction based on student abilities.
August 2004-Current
Leadership Experience
- Grade Level Liaison.
- Lead Presenter at the Professional Learning Showcase.
- Conducted Inquiry Team Meetings.
- Lead Collaborative Focus Groups.
Education
Administrator I - Educational Leadership And Management
Salisbury University
Salisbury, Maryland, MD05-2026
Master of Science - Literacy
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY08-2007
Master of Science - Elementary Education
State University of New York At Cortland
Cortland, NY12-2000
Skills
- Working collaboratively
- Motivation strategies
- Relationship building
- Serving diverse communities
- Instructional leadership
- Analyzing data, student performance goals
- Professionally developing teachers
- Discipline management
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Feedback delivery
Accomplishments
Academy for Leadership in Education, Salisbury University
Timeline
Instructional Professional Development Coach
Wicomico County Board Of Education
08.2018 - Current
Classroom Teacher
New York City Board of Education
08.2004 - 06.2018
August 2004-Current
Leadership Experience
Administrator I - Educational Leadership And Management
Salisbury University
Master of Science - Literacy
Adelphi University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
State University of New York At Cortland