Wanda Banks
Clinton Township,MI
Summary
Trained professional attentive to children's needs and experienced in working with different ages. Dependable in following good safety practices, facility requirements, and parent wishes. Cares about student well-being and growth.
Capable of quickly memorizing product details and fostering strong customer relationships. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems, and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GSRP Teacher
Toddlertime Childhood Center
Southfield, MI
08.2015 - Current
- Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Ensured compliance with district policies regarding assessment procedures and grading criteria.
- Observed children to record development.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
- Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
Early Elementary Teacher
Detroit Board Of Education
Detroit, MI
01.1997 - 07.2012
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Assisted in organizing field trips related to the class topics being taught.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop curriculum objectives and lesson plans.
- Fostered an environment of respect for diversity in culture, values, and beliefs among students.
- Established rules of conduct within the classroom setting while encouraging positive behaviors from all students.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as peer pressure, bullying, self-esteem, and communication skills.
- Motivated students to participate actively in classroom activities by utilizing creative teaching strategies.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
International Operator
AT&T
Livonia, MI
04.1987 - 07.1990
- Monitored emergency and code alarms, making emergency announcements or routing emergency calls to appropriate location.
- Took messages from callers and accurately relayed details to intended staff.
- Reported telephone line issues and outages for prompt repairs.
- Answered calls with friendly and polite approach to engage callers and deliver exceptional customer service.
- Transcribed message details to promptly relay to appropriate recipients.
- Operated telephone switchboard and routed calls to correct destination.
- Monitored incoming international calls for quality assurance purposes.
- Completed connections between callers, departments and professionals.
- Handled incoming and outgoing calls according to standard operating procedures.
- Shared or forwarded messages and information to designated personnel.
Education
Educational Leadership Emphasis/ Higher Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2024
Master of Science - Secondary Education (Reading Specialist) 3.74
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI06-2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education English Major 3.78
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12-1996
Skills
- Child development
- Instructional strategies
- Classroom organization
- Special education
- Social-emotional learning
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
- I am a current holder of a CDA credential. This is a valued credential in Early Childhood Development.
Accomplishments
- During my teaching career in early elementary curriculum, I was awarded the teacher of the the year award for 2 consecutive years.
Affiliations
- I am a member of the Phi Delta Kappa Sorority Inc. This sorority National is comprised of educators of a variety of levels. They range from, Principals, Department heads, Administrators, classroom teachers etc.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
GSRP Teacher
Toddlertime Childhood Center
08.2015 - Current
Early Elementary Teacher
Detroit Board Of Education
01.1997 - 07.2012
International Operator
AT&T
04.1987 - 07.1990
Educational Leadership Emphasis/ Higher Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Secondary Education (Reading Specialist) 3.74
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education English Major 3.78
Wayne State University
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