Cynthia T. Manibusan
Puyallup
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and effective Teacher with 14 years of experience implementing elementary education curriculum within multi-cultural classrooms. Recognized for excellence in supporting development of culturally diverse student population, developing individualized plans for various learning levels.
Dedicated and responsive Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support.
Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help each reach full potential through skill-building. Knowledgeable about planning activities, field trips and projects to diversify instruction and immerse students in Language Arts & Social Studies subject materials. Well versed in classroom and online technologies. Experienced in face-to-face & online teaching.
Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress.
Skilled in lesson-plan design, monitoring student progress and implementing modern systems to optimize educations. Dedicated to comprehensive student education and long-term success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Santa Barbara Catholic School
08.2014 - 07.2022
- Checked student academic progress by completing verbal exercises, grading assignments and using mandated examinations.
- Educated students on spelling, grammar and language rules with age-appropriate curriculum.
- Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
- Managed 25 class hours per week, teaching 44 students core principles and advanced concepts of Language Arts & Social Studies.
- Created immersive activities and utilized BrainPop & Kahoot technology to enhance instruction.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
- Developed interesting course plans with multimedia learning tools to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by 99%.
- Developed, administered and graded tests and quizzes promptly to provide quick feedback.
- Tracked class attendance and student progress.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
3rd Grade Teacher
Guahan Academy Charter School
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of 20 students.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Motivated students to be more engaged in classes through applying positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by 99%.
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
- Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics. Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
3rd Grade Teacher
Adacao Elementary School
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by 99%.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of 22 students.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion in reading, language, and math direct instruction course.
- Established weekly anecdotal records and portfolios in order to assess student progress.
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education.
- Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
3rd Grade Teacher
Astumbo Elementary School
02.2008 - 06.2009
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of 22 students.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
University of Guam
2007
Skills
- Teaching, tutoring and counseling
- Online & Fact-to-Face Teaching
- Innovative lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Reporting and documentation
- Flexible and adaptive
- Effective listening
- Student assessment and achievement
- Critical thinker
- Behavior modification
- Proofreading/editing
- Active listening
- Excellent classroom management
- Calm under pressure
- Student-Centered Learning
Personal Information
Title: Teacher
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Santa Barbara Catholic School
08.2014 - 07.2022
3rd Grade Teacher
Guahan Academy Charter School
06.2013 - 06.2014
3rd Grade Teacher
Adacao Elementary School
08.2009 - 08.2013
3rd Grade Teacher
Astumbo Elementary School
02.2008 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
University of Guam
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