Cynthia Williams
La Vergne,TN
Summary
Accomplished 1st Grade Teacher with a proven track record at Smyrna Elementary, maintaining a Level 5 evaluation score since 2014. Proven history of classroom management and fostering diverse learning environments. Demonstrated leadership as ELA Curriculum Lead and 1st Grade Team Facilitator. Dedicated to promoting academic success by enhancing student engagement through various teaching methods.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Smyrna Elementary
07.2020 - Current
- Planned lessons and PowerPoints for Reading according to district standards to cover requirements
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies including UFLI and Math Framework to correctly prepare students.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Maintained a Level 5 evaluation score since 2014.
- Served as Team Lead for 2 years.
- Served as ELA Curriculum Lead for 5 years.
- Presented lessons for 2 Math studies for modeling and feedback.
- Created STEM ignite for 1st quarter PBL.
1st/2nd Grade Teacher
Stewartsboro Elementary
01.2014 - 05.2020
1st Grade Teacher
Stewartsboro Elementary
08.2001 - 05.2007
1st Grade Teacher
Smyrna Primary
09.1991 - 05.2001
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-1991
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-1989
Skills
- Teaching Strategies
- Problem-solving Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Smyrna Elementary
07.2020 - Current
1st/2nd Grade Teacher
Stewartsboro Elementary
01.2014 - 05.2020
1st Grade Teacher
Stewartsboro Elementary
08.2001 - 05.2007
1st Grade Teacher
Smyrna Primary
09.1991 - 05.2001
Master of Arts - Reading
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
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