Cynthia Walden
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Educator with in-depth background in English instruction works effectively with both native and non-native English speakers to develop deeper understanding of principles of grammar, rules of conversation, and diverse literature. Successful at helping students build critical thinking skills and improve academic performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Freshman English Teacher
Alta Vista High School
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
Lead English Teacher
Rose Management Company (Charter School)
07.2018 - 04.2024
- Floor Management (as Lead): Encouraging students to be productive with their curriculum goals and minimizing distractions such as socializing and being on phones can significantly impact their academic performance and overall well-being.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for teaching language arts to students in various grade levels.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's positive academic performance and growth in language arts skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects that integrated language arts with other subjects.
- Fostered positive classroom environment that encouraged open communication among students.
- Created engaging activities to promote critical thinking skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Middle School English Teacher
Basis
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Cultivated welcoming learning environments in both classroom and online contexts by being positive and discussing class goals.
- Interpreted literature and essays in context with historical period to promote critical thinking. When discussing, "Anne Frank" would show war-time pictures so that students could make connections.
- Developed lectures and assignments centered on literary analysis and writing fundamentals.
- Improved student participation and communication, facilitating online class discussions centered on course concepts. For example, played a game of Jeopardy using figurative language.
Substitute English Teacher
Marana Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Supported English Language Learners by employing appropriate scaffolding.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, grades, and progress reports.
- Incorporated technology into language arts lessons, such as interactive whiteboards.
- Utilized variety of literature genres to expose students to range of perspectives. For example, displayed various example of Gothic Literature and their traits on whiteboards
- Handled instructional, assignment and testing needs to maintain course progress.
7th/8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Assessed student progress using formal and informal methods, such as tests, quizzes, writing samples, and group discussions.
- Fostered positive classroom environment that encouraged open communication among students.
- Provided individualized support for struggling readers and writers. Provided one-on-one help to those needing help afterschool.
- Adapted instructional materials and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created engaging activities to promote critical thinking skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Education
Certification in Secondary Education - English, 9-12th grade
University of Missouri
St. Louis, MOBA - Language Arts
University of California
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Quick Learner
- Organized
- Collaborated with parents and other teachers on academic and behavior issues
- Self-Efficacy
- Collaborative Learning
- Critical Thinking
- Curriculum Selection
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
At Alta Vista.Mrs. Alvarez assigned a paraprofessional to show me how to use a white board and Google Application.
Timeline
Freshman English Teacher
Alta Vista High School
08.2024 - 03.2025
Lead English Teacher
Rose Management Company (Charter School)
07.2018 - 04.2024
Middle School English Teacher
Basis
07.2017 - 12.2017
Substitute English Teacher
Marana Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2017
7th/8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
08.2013 - 06.2016
Certification in Secondary Education - English, 9-12th grade
University of Missouri
BA - Language Arts
University of California
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