Cynthia Reimann
Oakland,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Early Childhood Development Educator and Leader offering proven team building and program oversight abilities developed over 15+ years progressive career in bilinugal and cultural immersion, and child centered education. Practiced at coordinating facility space, resources and staff to efficiently meet dynamic demands. Well-organized, proactive and tactful in working with individuals of all backgrounds.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director and Founder
Academia de Mi Abuela
Oakland , CA
01.2005 - Current
- Created budgets for various departments within the school district.
- Prepared and maintained personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and standards for staff members.
- Coordinated events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and other special activities.
- Reviewed applications from prospective students and made admission decisions.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between faculty members or students.
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
- Implemented strategies to improve student achievement levels.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Evaluated current educational programs to identify areas of need or improvement.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Ensured that all school facilities were properly maintained and functioning properly.
- Prepared and submitted budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.
- Oversaw the recruitment process for new faculty members.
- Maintained records of student transcripts, grades, disciplinary actions.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers in developing lesson plans and curriculum.
- Created a system for tracking student attendance data.
- Facilitated the development of educational programs to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
- Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of educational and vocational programs.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Coordinated with teachers, administrators, and other personnel to ensure successful implementation of educational programs.
- Provided support for teachers by conducting workshops on various topics related to teaching practices.
- Participated in state-wide initiatives such as assessment design, data analysis.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Created and maintained an effective system for evaluating student performance.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Answered [Number] calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Reviewed teacher evaluations in order to provide feedback on instruction methods used.
- Actively participated in committees dedicated to promoting excellence in education throughout the district.
- Conducted regular meetings with school administration to review educational objectives and strategies.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive educational program to meet the needs of students.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Developed plans for implementing new technologies into the classroom environment.
- Resolved conflicts between students or staff members when necessary.
- Assisted in the preparation of budgets related to educational services activities.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws concerning education rights of individuals with disabilities.
- Established policies and procedures for staff training and professional development.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Worked closely with principals regarding any challenges they face in providing quality education services.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians on issues related to their children's education.
- Served as a liaison between school districts, community organizations, businesses, and universities in order to facilitate partnerships that benefit students' learning experiences.
- Organized special events such as parent nights or open houses that promote school spirit.
- Monitored student progress in order to identify areas of improvement or achievement gaps.
- Provided guidance on curriculum development and instructional techniques.
- Directed the selection, purchase, distribution, and maintenance of textbooks, teaching materials, and equipment.
- Analyzed test results in order to identify trends or patterns that may require additional attention.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Elementary School Teacher (Kindergarten)
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
Richmond , CA
09.2004 - 12.2004
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Actively sought out opportunities for collaboration with other teachers within the district.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Elementary School Teacher (3rd Grade)
Coronado Elementary School
Richmond , CA
09.2003 - 08.2004
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Multicultural Education/Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
University of Phoenix
12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - World Arts And Cultures
University of Los Angeles
06-2002
Skills
- Project Management
- Business Administration
- Contract Management
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Charismatic Leader
- Hiring and Retention
- Issues Resolution
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Management
- Organizational Development
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- People Management
- Rules and Regulations
- Company Guidelines
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Crisis Management
- Staff Development
- Business Development
- Logistics Management
Accomplishments
- Founder of Academia de Mi Abuela
- Voted best top preschool in the city of Oakland for three consecutive years; 2019, 2020, 2021
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Certification
-Child Development Director Permit
-Multiple Subject Teaching Permit
-Pest Management Certification
-Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certification
-CPR and First Aid and Certification
-Criminal Background Check Cleared
traveling, dancing, world cuisine, architecture, hiking, sports, comedy
I look forward to having fun and learning from others and life experiences.
Timeline
Director and Founder
Academia de Mi Abuela
01.2005 - Current
Elementary School Teacher (Kindergarten)
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
09.2004 - 12.2004
Elementary School Teacher (3rd Grade)
Coronado Elementary School
09.2003 - 08.2004
Master of Arts - Multicultural Education/Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - World Arts And Cultures
University of Los Angeles
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