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Cyntheria Jones

K-12 Advisor

Cyntheria Jones is the new K-12 Advisor for the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Education Department.
As a former employee of The Broward County School District for over 32 years, she joins the
department with much enthusiasm, expertise, and a passion for achieving academic excellence.
Cyntheria obtained her Master of Science in Educational Leadership K-12 from Nova Southeastern
University, Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education 1-6 from Florida Atlantic University, and her
diploma from South Plantation High School. She holds both an English for Speakers of Other

Languages (ESOL) and Reading K-12 endorsement, in addition to her other certifications.

 

Cyntheria’s career trajectory within the public school system began as a front desk clerical
employee. Her journey within the county led to her securing the following positions: Classroom
Teacher, Teacher of Adult ESOL, Curriculum Support Facilitator/Reading Coach, Assistant Principal,
and School Principal. Cyntheria’s expertise and experience within the district have afforded her
opportunities to work with stakeholders from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and educational
backgrounds. Her knowledge of the educational system and personal philosophy about education

will be instrumental in the department.

 

Ms. Jones is a native of Hollywood, Florida who is passionate about helping others achieve in the
field of education. Her desire to assist others fulfill their personal aspirations, inspired Cyntheria to
apply for her current position with the education department. Cyntheria holds these truths to be
evident: “Intelligence plus character, that is the goal of true education,” by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

and “Education is the one thing no one can take away from you,” by Elin Nordegren.

 

Cyntheria is committed to fostering positive relationships with scholars and families, ensuring
consistent and effective communication, and working collaboratively with the educational team and
tribal community to meet the desired educational outcomes. With this mindset, Cyntheria embodies

4 principles as it relates to meeting the objectives of the advisor’s position:

 

  • People – Prioritize people as a valuable resource. People matter!
  • Passion – Love what you do and do it with enthusiasm.
  • Performance – Strive for excellence in all endeavors.
  • Progression – Embrace change and make the things that seem impossible; possible!
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Cyntheria looks forward to being your educational thought partner and advocate to ensure that all
educational and career objectives are met. Personal Belief: Life is a journey and can be challenging
at times but take along the following core values: TRIP - trust, respect, integrity, and perseverance to
navigate the bumps in the road and to guarantee that you succeed in all that you desire to

accomplish.

 

Hobbies: Traveling, water-related beach activities, bowling, football, and dining out at the best
brunch locations. While Cyntheria has a strong work ethic, she believes that a healthy balance
between work and recreation should be evidenced!

 

 

Contact Cyntheria Jones 

Phone: 954-966-6300 Ext.10537

RESERVATIONS


Big Cypress
31000 Josie Billie Hwy
Clewiston, FL  33440
P: (863) 902-3200  F: (863) 902-3218
 
Brighton 
650 Harney Pond Rd. Suite 110
Okeechobee, FL 34974
P: (863) 763-3572 F: (863) 763-1525
 

Fort Pierce
3502 Minnie Tommie Howard Circle
Ft. Pierce, FL 34945
P: (772) 467-2454 F: (772) 489-4110

Hollywood

3100 N 63rd Ave.
Hollywood, FL  33024
P: (954) 989-6840 F: (954) 233-9515
 
Immokalee
295 Stockade Rd.
Immokalee, FL  34142
P: (239) 867-5303   F: (239) 658-1369

Naples
3539 Plover Ave
Naples, FL  34117
P: (239) 354-5220   F: (239) 352-1521


Tampa
Non-Resident / Out-of-State

6401 Harney Rd., Suite E
Tampa, FL  33610
P: (813) 246-3100 F: (813) 663-9034

Trail 
14680 SW 8th Street, Suite 214
Miami, FL 33184
P: (305) 553-8245   F: (305) 222-8139

 


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