Cynthia Huffman - Lead 4-Year-Old Preschool Teacher - [Dream City Christian]

Summary

Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with extensive experience in creating nurturing learning environments for children aged 4-5. Expertise in developing innovative lesson plans and managing classroom dynamics to enhance student engagement and positive behavior, while fostering strong community involvement through school-wide events.

Overview

21

years of professional experience

1

Certification

Work History

Lead 4-Year-Old Preschool Teacher

[Dream City Christian]

Glendale, AZ

01.2005 - Current

Formulated and implemented comprehensive, age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to children ages 4–5, accelerating cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Cultivated a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment by applying advanced classroom management techniques, promoting positive behavior, and increasing student engagement.
Spearheaded the planning, coordination, and execution of school-wide children’s events and specialized curriculum programs, enhancing parent involvement and community outreach.
Mentored and evaluated university student teachers from Arizona Christian University during their clinical practice, providing actionable feedback on instructional design and classroom leadership.
Executed diverse administrative and front-office duties, managing student records, answering community inquiries, and ensuring seamless daily facility operations.
Collaborated actively with parents, staff, and administration to track student milestones and deliver individualized learning support.

Education

High School Diploma -

Heart To Heart Christain Academy

Phoenix, AZ

06-1995

Skills

Instructional Leadership: Early Childhood Education (Ages 4–5), Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management & Engagement
Mentorship & Administration: Peer Coaching & Student Teacher Mentorship, Front Office & Reception Operations, Record Keeping & Data Management

Operations & Community: Event Planning & Program Coordination, Parent & Stakeholder Communication, Multitasking & Organization