Bianca Winston
Teacher
Indianapolis,Indiana
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis , In
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Family Development Services Indianapolis
09.2022 - Current
- Planned and prepared activities for 20 students.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
Assistant Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
Co Teacher/Discipline Coordinator
IMSA West
Indianapolis , Indiana
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Promoted a collaborative environment focused on curriculum and strategy development prioritizing productive, customizable learning practices
- Learning Assessments
- Special Education
- Student Motivation and
- Engagement
- Early Childhood Education
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Management
- Data Entry
- Data Documentation
- Positive Learning Environment
- Health and Safety Standards, Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Performed staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
DIRECT CARE STAFF/Childcare Assistant
Damar Services Inc
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Documented client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor
- Cared for individuals or families during periods of illness or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care or help in adjusting to new lifestyles
- Entertained or read aloud to patients to improve mental health and alertness
- Cleaned, groomed or draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Documented client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
- Cared for individuals or families during periods of illness or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care or help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
Education
Bachelor of Science | Education -
Martin University
12.2022
GED - undefined
Martin University
05.2019
Skills
- Preschool Programs
- Training and Development
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Well Control
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Safety Awareness
- Social Behaviors
- Basic Clerical Knowledge
- Education Assessments
Reference
DR. TONY JEAN DICKERSON
317-917-3959
PROFESSOR VIVECA CARTER
317-902-3968
CHIANNA HART .
574-367-0551
Timeline
Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Family Development Services Indianapolis
09.2022 - Current
Co Teacher/Discipline Coordinator
IMSA West
01.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
09.2019 - 12.2022
DIRECT CARE STAFF/Childcare Assistant
Damar Services Inc
08.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science | Education -
Martin University
GED - undefined
Martin University
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