Cynthia S.

Experience

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  Boy Scouts of America

  May 2003 - Aug 2008

  Pack & Paddle Director - Hamman Scout Camp

  • Lead logistics coordinator, overseeing the implementation of pack and paddle activities.• Ensured the overall safety of participants and staff during week long canoe trips.• Trained staff in BSA policy and procedures, boating proficiency, and water safety. • Taught fundamental canoeing skills through hands-on learning programs. • Responsible for the care, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and vehicles.

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  Lost Valley Educational Center

  Feb 2006 - Dec 2006

  Organic Garden Intern

  • Organized, planned, and propagated garden to feed community of approximately 35 people. • Trained and oversaw volunteers, work traders, and community members about how to harvest, weed, water, plant, and seed a wide variety of vegetables.• Participated fully in the community and consensus decision process.

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  Houston Independent School District

  Mar 2007 - Aug 2010

  Program Leader

  • Trained staff in teaching techniques, policies and procedures. • Ensured staff implemented appropriate learning experiences for students.• Responsible for end-of-year evaluations and performance reviews of cabin leaders.• Formulated and implemented lesson plans incorporating forest and water ecology, farming skills and outdoor adventure in an outside classroom group setting that aligned with state educational standards.• Led interdisciplinary learning activities that included the arts, math, and science.• Assessed student knowledge retention through verbal reviews and group games.• Evaluated the effectiveness of lessons on a regular basis and made improvements as deemed necessary. Show less

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  Bayou Land Conservancy

  Nov 2010 - Nov 2011

  Environmental Educator

  • Developed and lead an environmental education program with an emphasis on science education for Houston area middle and high school students• Oversaw community engagement campaign for the recruitment of teachers and schools.• Researched and composed grants to support environmental education programs.• Coordinated and supervised interns and volunteers working with Bayou Land Conservancy.• Managed program marketing efforts to include: scheduled press releases, public appearances, and web media channels. Show less

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  Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department

  Mar 2012 - Jun 2015

  Ropes Course Facilitator
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  TEACH Charlotte Program

  Mar 2012 - Jun 2013

  Teacher Intern

   Admitted to a highly selective cohort of recent college graduates and career changers committed to raising student achievement in Mecklenburg County’s highest need schools  Participating in a rigorous 6-week summer training and student teaching program to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve significant academic gains in the classroom

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  Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools - Harding University High School

  Jul 2012 - Jun 2015

  Science Teacher

  Create a stable and nurturing classroom environment for a diverse population of students. Use a variety of learning modalities to reach multiple types of students. Serve as advisor and advocate through school leadership team, faculty advisory committee, and teacher social committee.

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  Fort Bend ISD

  Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

  High School Science Teacher
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  Strake Jesuit College Preparatory

  Jun 2016 - now

  High School Science Teacher