Charity Winston
Chesnee
Summary
Results-oriented intervention professional with track record in early childhood education and 5 areas of developmental support - ages birth to six. Proven ability to create and implement effective intervention plans. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, emphasizing developmental assessment and family engagement. Utilizes targeted strategies to address developmental delays and promote growth. Knowledge of effective communication techniques and individualized support plans.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Interventionist
Student Solutions
08.2023 - Current
- As an Early Intervention specialist, we identify and address developmental delays and challenges in children from birth to 6 years old. Early invention involves intense focus on the 5 developmental domains: Cognition, Communication, Social/personal social Skills, Fine Motor and Gross Motor Skills. Early Interventionist at Student Solutions maintains a scholar load of 20-25 children.
- As an EI, we develop each Initial paperwork, Curriculum Base Assessment, Routine Base Interview, Develop the child’s Individualized Family Plan, 6-month reviews on IFSP goals and outcomes, Transition meetings into a potential 3k program or to see if the child qualifies for Department of Disabilities and Special Needs services, Annual reviews, coordinate any therapies (Speech, Feeding, Physical, Occupational and aquatic) while maintaining updated records with them.
- EI’s take time to do service coordination for each child to develop activities to promote any areas of delays and/or new goals. Service coordination is for the parents as well. EI's will research needs for parents that are trying to find parenting groups with similar situations and community events that are appropriate for their child.
- EI’s give an hour of Family training to each child on our scholar load up to 4x a month. Family Training is provided in the family's home, daycare, or in a community setting. The EI works with the family and caregivers to teach their child through play and everyday routines. During the first years, children are learning through play to master skills and solve everyday problems.
Child Care Provider
Families In Spartanburg County
02.2018 - Current
- Communicated positively with children and guardians to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
- Trained on medication dosage and usage for each child's mild or complex needs from ages 20 months to 13 years old.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of The Upstate
- I’ve spent 6 years as a Youth Development Professional responsible for 20-25 students, within the Boys & Girls Club. I was responsible for maintaining classroom management and a safe environment for my students. I collaborated with all grade level teachers to ensure that their academic needs were being met, while incorporating different teaching techniques that were used in and outside the classroom.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages. Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change. Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure. Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits and coping mechanisms.
Unit Director
Boys & Girls Club of The Upstate
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Supervised 11 Youth development Professionals. Established team priorities-maintained schedules and monitored performance. Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning, and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources. Maintained relationship with Principals, teachers, and outsourced partners.
Substitute Teacher
Spartanburg School District 2
01.2017 - 08.2022
- For the past five years, I have created and followed classroom/lesson plan to continue student education and reinforce core concepts. Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules. Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance. Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- My job as the full-time substitute expanded outside the classroom. I fulfilled the school’s secretary duties: coding in power school, blue card attendance, check-in & sign-out children. As Well as being the Assistant to the head principal and Assistant Principal. I fulfilled task such as: going on home visits for wellness checks and building reports, curriculum development, safety drills, distribution of state test and equipment, Student Discipline and truancy reports.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boiling Springs High School
Boiling Springs, SC05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Child & Family Studies
Converse College
Spartanburg, SC05.2022
Associate of Arts - undefined
Spartanburg Methodist College
Spartanburg, SC05.2019
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Good Work Ethic
- Active Listening
- Crisis Management
- First Aid/CPR
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Supervision & Leadership
- People Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Time Management
- Planning & Organizing
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasker/ Versatile
- Collaboration
Timeline
Early Interventionist
Student Solutions
08.2023 - Current
Unit Director
Boys & Girls Club of The Upstate
11.2021 - 04.2022
Child Care Provider
Families In Spartanburg County
02.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Spartanburg School District 2
01.2017 - 08.2022
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of The Upstate
Bachelor of Arts - Child & Family Studies
Converse College
Associate of Arts - undefined
Spartanburg Methodist College
High School Diploma -
Boiling Springs High School
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