Wonder Poynter
San Bernardino
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience at San Bernardino City Unified School District, excelling in project management and relationship building. Proven track record of enhancing parental involvement and student engagement through innovative community events and effective communication strategies. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills drive successful collaboration and positive outcomes in educational settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Parent Volunteer
San Bernardino City Unified School District
05.2024 - Current
- Organized community events to enhance student engagement and parental involvement.
- Collaborated with educators to support classroom activities and curriculum development.
- Assisted in fundraising efforts, contributing to resource acquisition for school programs.
- Facilitated communication between parents and teachers, promoting collaborative relationships.
- Coordinated logistics for school functions, ensuring smooth operations and participant satisfaction.
- Chaperoned class field trips to assist teacher and protect students.
- Promoted student development and engagement by helping organize special activities.
- Contributed time, suggestions and resources to support student organizations.
- Promoted a positive school culture by volunteering at various campus events, including dances, sporting events, and open houses.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by organizing and leading monthly Parent Volunteer meetings.
- Facilitated increased parental involvement in school affairs through outreach and collaboration on committees.
- Recruited new parent volunteers or organized workload to cover demand.
- Spearheaded efforts to create an inclusive community within the school by promoting multicultural awareness through special events and presentations.
- Collaborated with other parent volunteers to plan and execute successful annual school carnivals, raising thousands of dollars for educational programs.
- Partnered with school administration to improve outreach to students and parents.
- Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
Parent Educator
San Bernardino County Preschool Services Department
04.2017 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging educational workshops for parents on child development topics.
- Established collaborative relationships with families to support children's learning and growth.
- Created tailored resources and materials to enhance parent-child interactions at home.
- Facilitated group discussions to encourage knowledge sharing among parents and caregivers.
- Coordinated with community partners to expand resources available for families served by the program.
- Led initiatives promoting family involvement in early childhood education activities and events.
- Strengthened families by conducting home visits, addressing concerns, and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Established strong partnerships with community organizations such as schools, healthcare providers, social service agencies, and cultural institutions to enhance resources available for clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessment results, and service referrals to ensure continuity of care across providers.
- Educated clients on parents roles with focus on skill development and guiding children through nurturing parenting.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices, research findings, and emerging trends in the field of parent education.
- Conducted informative workshops on topics such as nutrition, child development milestones, stress management techniques for parents seeking additional support or knowledge in specific areas.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of child development principles and suggested alternative parenting methods to suit individual family needs.
- Utilized knowledge of evidence-based programs to inform parents and assist in goal-setting.
- Conducted home visits to assess family environment and provide resources to combat behavioral or environmental setbacks.
- Enhanced parent-child relationships by providing individualized support and resources tailored to each family''s needs.
- Facilitated social connections among participants by organizing events and opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and networking within the parent educator community.
- Assisted families in navigating complex systems related to healthcare access, special education services, financial assistance, and other supports to improve overall wellbeing.
- Engaged families in beneficial activities targeted at improving bonds and interactions.
Early Childhood Educator
San Bernardino Valley College Child Development Center
05.2008 - 12.2018
- Advocated for children's rights, ensuring compliance with state regulations and best practices in early childhood education standards.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Spearheaded initiatives focused on enhancing community engagement through workshops and events that promote family involvement in education.
Early Childhood Educator
Easter Seals Southern California
12.2016 - 04.2017
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments, promoting respect and understanding among diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with families to support children's individual needs and development goals through regular communication.
- Mentored junior educators, providing guidance on best practices in early childhood education techniques and classroom management.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional methods to ensure optimal learning outcomes for all children.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Assistant Manager
Wendys Restaurant
09.2003 - 05.2009
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality and service standards.
- Trained team members on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
- Monitored inventory levels, implementing efficient stock management strategies.
- Developed staff schedules to optimize labor costs and maintain service efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall guest satisfaction rates.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving promotional initiatives for increased revenue.
- Coordinated with management to streamline workflows and improve operational processes.
- Led training sessions focused on food safety regulations and compliance standards.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
Education
No Degree - Child Development
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA06-2009
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio High School
San Bernardino, CA06-2003
Skills
- Classroom assistance
- Leadership qualities
- Verbal and written communication
- Child supervision
- Relationship building
- Motivational skills
- Project management
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Public speaking
- Respectful behavior
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with School personnel in the development of the first Ruby Bridges walk to school event, Black History walk, AAPAC (African American Advisory Committee), Harlem Nights Gala and several other events in the community.
- Successful implementation of Black Excellence initiative in several San Bernardino School District schools
Timeline
Parent Volunteer
San Bernardino City Unified School District
05.2024 - Current
Parent Educator
San Bernardino County Preschool Services Department
04.2017 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Easter Seals Southern California
12.2016 - 04.2017
Early Childhood Educator
San Bernardino Valley College Child Development Center
05.2008 - 12.2018
Assistant Manager
Wendys Restaurant
09.2003 - 05.2009
No Degree - Child Development
San Bernardino Valley College
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio High School