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Cynthia Webb

Compton,CA

Summary

Motivated Teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Lynwood Unified
Lynwood, CA
01.2010 - 06.2023
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
  • Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
  • Implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures.
  • Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
  • Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.

Assistant Teacher

Lynwood Unified
Lynwood, CA
03.2007 - 12.2009
  • Created colorful and attractive displays for bulletin boards and hallways.
  • Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
  • Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
  • Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
  • Assembled instructional materials for children's projects and play-time.
  • Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Observed student performance and analyzed individual records to assess progress.
  • Supervised small group activities.
  • Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.

Instructional Assistant/Special Education Student Teacher

Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach, CA
09.2004 - 06.2006
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
  • Encouraged collaboration among peers within the classroom setting.
  • Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
  • Conducted special assessments and tutoring sessions to support individual student needs.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
  • Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Children's and Adolescent Literature

Union Institute & University
Cincinnati, OH
05-2017

Associate of Science - Child Development

Compton Community College
Compton, CA
05-2001

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Activity Planning
  • Lesson Development

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Lynwood Unified
01.2010 - 06.2023

Assistant Teacher

Lynwood Unified
03.2007 - 12.2009

Instructional Assistant/Special Education Student Teacher

Long Beach Unified School District
09.2004 - 06.2006

Bachelor of Science - Children's and Adolescent Literature

Union Institute & University

Associate of Science - Child Development

Compton Community College
Cynthia Webb