Marilyn Hynes
Educator; community development leader
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Globally-minded, goal-oriented educator with extensive experience in creating and implementing programs designed for both in and outside the classroom. Proven ability to lead teams, build strong relationships, and foster achievement. Highly skilled in research and writing with a passion for understanding how history shapes our present and instructs our future. Seeking to utilize expertise to promote community engagement and local development initiatives.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Facilitator for International Travel
Académie Lafayette
07.2025 - Current
- Build and maintain a student travel website specifically designed for the Senegal global learning program.
- Maintain all communications with families regarding trip information and inquiries.
- Build and direct a team of school staff, parents and students to identify, plan and execute fundraising activities.
- Coordinate all fundraising activities with the school development office.
- Develop a cross-cultural exchange program with Lycée Gueoul, a high school in northern Senegal.
- Create and plan all details of the itinerary with AL trip planning team.
- Accompany students on a two week stay in Senegal, planned for June 2026.
Teacher
Academie Lafayette
08.2008 - 06.2025
- Created and taught social studies curriculum in French in grades 6-8.
- Attended several International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program training workshops and implemented the IB model of instruction and assessment in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching.
- Planned and facilitated student travel programs to Saint Louis, Chicago, New Orleans, Saint Martin, Guadeloupe and Senegal.
- Collaborated with a team of colleagues and administrators to open Académie Lafayette International High School; specific tasks included recruitment and hiring of new staff, program design and implementation, and the selection and purchase of classroom furniture and materials.
- Developed and taught IB Middle Years and Diploma Program history courses in grades 9-12.
- Certified in and implemented a conflict resolution program aimed at building trust and community among students and staff.
Teacher
Kansas City Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2008
- Taught language arts, French and journalism in grades 6-8.
- Developed and implemented the Balanced Literacy program which resulted in marked improvement in student achievement on state literacy exams.
- Sponsored the school's yearbook club fostering students' creative talents in photography, writing, editing, lay-out and design.
Teacher
Jefferson City Public Schools -Lewis And Clark Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2005
- Co-designed and implemented a credit-recovery pilot program for at-risk students.
- Developed and utilized curriculum in various subject areas including language arts, health education, and creative arts.
- Participated in a one year Fulbright Teacher Exchange program: exchanged positions with a teacher in Senegal, West Africa; created curriculum and taught English classes in grades 7-12.
Teacher
Kansas City Public Schools
08.1991 - 06.2000
- Taught elementary education in the French immersion setting in grades 2-5.
- Developed and implemented exploratory learning experiences in math, science and social science disciplines.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and tailor intervention strategies.
- Integrated technology into classroom activities to foster interactive learning and digital literacy skills.
- Advocated for student needs, collaborating with parents and administration to support educational goals.
Community Development Specialist
United States Peace Corps
02.1986 - 12.1989
- Worked with local leaders in a rural northern Senegal farming community to identify and prioritize economic development initiatives.
- Collaborated with governmental and private agencies to facilitate the funding and realization of development projects, including water security, reforestation, large-scale gardening, mud stove construction and purchase of a commercial grain mill.
- Created and taught a women's literacy program in Wolof.
- Supervised the work of a team of agriculture extension volunteers researching and disseminating information on rice farming practices in southern Senegal.
- Created and facilitated activities for a high school English club.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Teaching
Teachers College, Columbia University
New York, NYBachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VASkills
- Technical: Microsoft Office Suite; Google Workspace
- Interpersonal: Critical thinking, collaboration, written communication
- Research: inquiry, analysis, open-mindedness to multiple perspectives
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Wolof
Professional Working
Interests
Gardening, travel, reading, running, yoga, sewing, cooking, painting, dance
Certification
- Licensed Teacher -
Timeline
Program Facilitator for International Travel
Académie Lafayette
07.2025 - Current
Teacher
Academie Lafayette
08.2008 - 06.2025
Teacher
Kansas City Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2008
Teacher
Jefferson City Public Schools -Lewis And Clark Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2005
Teacher
Kansas City Public Schools
08.1991 - 06.2000
Community Development Specialist
United States Peace Corps
02.1986 - 12.1989
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Teaching
Teachers College, Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Virginia
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