Bianca Cherry
Washington
Summary
Dedicated and student-centered educator with over six years of combined teaching and administrative experience in public and charter school settings. Former 7th and 8th grade ELA teacher with a strong background in classroom instruction, individualized support, and student tutoring. Proven ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and staff while maintaining compliance and supporting school operations. Now seeking to return to the classroom in a middle school, self-contained environment to continue impacting student achievement through structured, engaging, and inclusive learning experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Floating Office Manager
KIPP DC Public Schools
Washington
08.2024 - Current
- Manage office operations at multiple campuses, including phones, emails, supplies, and recordkeeping.
- Maintain student records, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Support leadership with budget tracking, event planning, and staff coordination.
- Serve as a liaison between families and school staff to support a welcoming, efficient environment.
7th & 8th Grade ELA Teacher /Office Administrative Assistant
Center City Public Charter Schools
Washington
11.2021 - 06.2024
- Taught middle school ELA, delivering standards-based instruction and designing engaging, differentiated lessons for diverse learners.
- Supported student growth in reading comprehension, writing, and literary analysis.
- Provided evening tutoring to reinforce skills, support struggling learners, and improve academic outcomes.
- Maintained consistent communication with families about academic progress and behavior.
- Transitioned into Administrative Assistant role to support school operations and compliance.
- Recorded daily attendance using PowerSchool, and managed confidential student records.
- Coordinated registration and enrollment for new and returning students.
- Supported communication between campus and Central Office teams.
General Education Teacher (Grades PK–8)
Walker-Jones Education CampusWas
Washington
08.2017 - 11.2021
- Delivered instruction in general education and self-contained classrooms across multiple grade levels.
- Modified curriculum to meet the needs of students with IEPs and 504 plans.
- Fostered positive relationships with families and collaborated with administrators on student support plans.
- Led enrichment programming during afterschool and summer sessions.
- Planned and supervised field trips tied to curriculum goals.
Athletic/Programming Specialist
City of Durham Parks and Recreation
Durham
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Led youth development programs and life-skills workshops for at-risk youth.
- Ensured safety compliance and engaged students in community-based activities.
- Provided emergency response and maintained structured program environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Management
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC06-2016
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY05-2016
Skills
- Classroom Experience: ELA instruction (Grades 7–8), differentiated learning, tutoring
- Student Systems: PowerSchool, SEDS, Special Programs
- Compliance & Records: IDEA, Section 504, ADA, FERPA
- Technology: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, SmartBoard tools
- Strengths: Organization, multitasking, family communication, relationship building
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES & ORGANIZATIONS
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Timeline
Floating Office Manager
KIPP DC Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
7th & 8th Grade ELA Teacher /Office Administrative Assistant
Center City Public Charter Schools
11.2021 - 06.2024
General Education Teacher (Grades PK–8)
Walker-Jones Education CampusWas
08.2017 - 11.2021
Athletic/Programming Specialist
City of Durham Parks and Recreation
01.2014 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Management
Shaw University
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
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