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Andrika Banks

Washington,DC

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate early childhood educator with over six years of progressive experience nurturing and guiding young learners. Known for creating engaging, inclusive, and student-centered classrooms that cultivate curiosity, academic growth, and socio-emotional development. Experienced in implementing evidence-based curricula such as EL Education and Contexts for Learning Mathematics (CFLM). Committed to building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues while maintaining a collaborative and reflective teaching practice. Currently serving as a Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher at I Dream Public Charter School in Washington, DC.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten/First Grade Lead Teacher

I Dream Public Charter School
11.2023 - Current
  • Design and deliver developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned instruction integrating EL Education and CFLM to support whole-child learning for 17 students
  • Cultivate a positive, inclusive classroom culture rooted in restorative justice and student voice
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
  • Conduct data-driven assessments to tailor instruction and support individualized student growth
  • Engage families through consistent communication and collaborative goal setting
  • Contribute to a culture of professional growth through reflective practice and team collaboration

Youth Engagement Specialist

Sasha Bruce Youthwork
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Provided on-site supervision, while maintaining professional boundaries, and crisis intervention and counseling services to up to 8 youth in residence.
  • Engaged with youth in a variety of activities to support them in achieving daily goals, and engaged them in productive dialogue to build life skills and problem solve.
  • Oversaw the safety and cleanliness of the house including coordinating and managing residents’ daily chores.

Capital Teaching Resident

KIPP DC Arts and Technology Academy
07.2021 - 01.2023
  • Facilitated small group and whole-group instruction in early literacy and math for kindergarten learners
  • Led Writer’s Workshop and differentiated literacy activities aligned with Really Great Reading and My Math curricula
  • Collected and analyzed student assessment data to inform instruction and support intervention strategies
  • Participated in weekly coaching and professional development aligned with the KIPP DC framework

Infant Teacher

Bright Horizons
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Provided nurturing, developmentally appropriate care and learning experiences for 8 infants aged 6 weeks to 13 months
  • Maintained strong communication with families about each child's development and milestones

Substitute Teacher

Bright Horizons
03.2019 - 09.2019
  • Delivered engaging instruction and care in classrooms ranging from infant to kindergarten-prep
  • Supported lead teachers in executing lesson plans and managing classroom routines

Group Leader

YMCA Capital View
11.2017 - 06.2018
  • Planned and facilitated afterschool programming for children ages 5–6
  • Assisted with academic support, enrichment activities, and behavioral guidance

Teacher’s Aide

YMCA
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Supported lead teachers with lesson implementation, classroom management, and student engagement

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Delaware State University
05.2015

Skills

  • EL Education Literacy Framework
  • Contexts for Learning Mathematics (CFLM)
  • Differentiated & Culturally Responsive Instruction
  • Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP)
  • Formative Assessment & Progress Monitoring
  • Classroom Management & Restorative Practices
  • Collaborative Planning & Team Teaching
  • Parent & Community Engagement
  • Literacy and Early Childhood Intervention
  • Curriculum Development and Instructional Design

Timeline

Kindergarten/First Grade Lead Teacher

I Dream Public Charter School
11.2023 - Current

Youth Engagement Specialist

Sasha Bruce Youthwork
08.2023 - 05.2025

Capital Teaching Resident

KIPP DC Arts and Technology Academy
07.2021 - 01.2023

Infant Teacher

Bright Horizons
09.2019 - 03.2020

Substitute Teacher

Bright Horizons
03.2019 - 09.2019

Group Leader

YMCA Capital View
11.2017 - 06.2018

Teacher’s Aide

YMCA
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Delaware State University

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