Sasha Wynter
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Authorized to work in the US for any employer Accomplished Education Specialist with 5 years of expertise in guiding child development by serving as inspirational figure and encouraging role model to students with diverse needs. Expert in leading and supporting children overcoming challenges by continually assessing students formally and informally, identifying behavior issues and adapting lessons in creative ways to highlight learning strengths. Committed to providing orderly atmosphere, calm environment, safety and structure in classroom while teaching children how to adapt to surroundings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist
Chinese American Planning Council
Brooklyn , United States
10.2021 - Current
- Worked with teachers and students to support educational success, learning and achievement.
- Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards.
- Developed solutions to improve performance.
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development and growth.
- Reviewed teacher performance and suggested improvements.
Education Specialist
Brooklyn Community Services
Brooklyn , NY
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Plans and designs curricula for educational programs; researches and defines educational goals, objectives, and methodologies to meet program goals
- Manages and facilitates program activities, to include classes, trainings, conferences, seminars, and/ or other special projects
- Coordinates activities of support staff, consultants, faculty, and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives
- Organize and establish meetings on regular basis with designated individuals to foster positive relationships
- As appropriate to the nature and objectives of the individual role, provides student advisement and support services, coordinates curriculum, and serves as a student liaison and advocate with faculty and staff
Outreach Coordinator
Seedco
New York , NY
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Assist in the development of short and long term plans for programs, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate performance
- Assist in design of performance objectives and implement and monitor programming to meet desired outcomes
- Develop yearly outreach plan according to program needs and capacity
- Ensure database(s) maintenance which include(s) participant and prospect information and mailing list
- Organize and establish meetings on regular basis with designated individuals to foster positive relationships
- Supervise line staff by articulating expectations, displaying model behavior, maintaining open lines of communication and being clear about roles and relationships.
Home Visitor
SCO Parent Child Home Program
Brooklyn , NY
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Identifies, recruits and enrolls families for participation in the program
- Maintains caseload of 10 - 12 families; visits each family home for at least 90 minutes weekly
- Meets with families and staff to identify the challenges and needs of each family and/or child; explores and suggests possible solutions
- Works with parents to make weekly activity and home visit plans based on the child's assessment and identified family needs
- Works with parents to establish and attain agreed-upon goals
- Plans, implements and participates in socializations twice monthly
- Acts as a liaison for community resources
Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
Brooklyn , NY
11.2010 - 08.2014
- Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
- Used various fun activities, play and interactive activities to develop language and vocabulary among children
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order
- Arranged indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety.
Teaching Assistant
Brooklyn Highlights Daycare
Brooklyn , NY
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Assist with the implementation of the educational preprogram of assigned classroom to facilitate the development and functioning of children
- Assist with plans to meet the individual special needs of each child in the classroom
- Assisted with the observation and evaluation of each child in cooperation with the teacher and other professionals and the recording of data.
Group Leader
YMCA of Brooklyn
Brooklyn , NY
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Supervising youth and presenting positive role modeling through interaction with program participants
- Consistently demonstrate and reinforce the values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility
- Help children develop a positive self-esteem and sense of self- worth
- Work in a team environment and encouraged open communication regarding concerns and issues with children, parents, and co-workers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Children and Youth Studies
Brooklyn College
Associates of Arts - Teacher Education
Medgar Evers College
Skills
- Online Teaching
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Support and Education
- Instructional Strategies
Timeline
Education Specialist
Chinese American Planning Council
10.2021 - Current
Education Specialist
Brooklyn Community Services
09.2017 - 08.2020
Outreach Coordinator
Seedco
07.2016 - 09.2017
Home Visitor
SCO Parent Child Home Program
09.2014 - 06.2016
Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
11.2010 - 08.2014
Teaching Assistant
Brooklyn Highlights Daycare
01.2009 - 01.2010
Group Leader
YMCA of Brooklyn
01.2008 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Children and Youth Studies
Brooklyn College
Associates of Arts - Teacher Education
Medgar Evers College
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