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Cynthia G. Morris

San Tan Valley

Summary

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in elementary education and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

American Leadership Academy
Arizona
08.2025 - Current
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

American Leadership Academy
Mesa, AZ
07.2024 - 05.2025
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
  • Organized snack time and nap hours.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.

Recess/lunch Aide

American Leadership Academy
Queen Creek, AZ
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Circulated among tables to assist young students with opening milk containers and any food essential.
  • Monitor children in hallways and lunchroom.
  • Ensure safe use of playground equipment, setup, takedown and store equipment.
  • Supervise children in recreational activities on playground.

Play Coach

Mental Heart
San Tan Valley, AZ
03.2021 - 10.2022

• Provided structured physical and mental playtime for children ages 3–11.

• Helped children develop social and emotional skills through guided play and positive interactions.

• Taught and modeled healthy conflict resolution strategies, supporting children in solving problems and finding resolutions. • Offered emotional support to children dealing with personal and family struggles.

• Successfully managed and resolved conflicts among large groups of children, promoting teamwork and cooperation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05-2026

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ
05-2024

High School Diploma -

American Leadership Academy – Ironwood
Queen Creek, AZ
05-2021

Skills

  • Activity management
  • Classroom organization
  • Literacy strategies
  • Student engagement
  • Elementary education
  • Discipline
  • Activity planning
  • Behavior modeling

Certification

• CPR Certified

• Food Handler Essentials Course

• Certified in Performing Weddings

Interests

  • Music
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Electronics and Circuit Building
  • Dance
  • Acting and Theater
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Dancing
  • Virtual Reality
  • Baking
  • Volunteering
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Animal Care
  • Reading
  • Video Gaming

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

American Leadership Academy
08.2025 - Current

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

American Leadership Academy
07.2024 - 05.2025

Recess/lunch Aide

American Leadership Academy
03.2023 - 05.2024

Play Coach

Mental Heart
03.2021 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Arizona University

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College

High School Diploma -

American Leadership Academy – Ironwood
Cynthia G. Morris