Dawn Grandsart, ACP

Experience

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  Chicago Public Schools

  Aug 2002 - Apr 2023

  Teacher

  * Designed, constructed & generated over 6 different types of curricula through mapping & planning that showed educational effectiveness in developing authentic templates* Experience working with diverse populations such as first-generation learners, refugees, English Language Learners, & other families with a variety of socioeconomic statuses * Coached & guided fellow instructors & interns, by providing them feedback & guiding peers on the implementation of new company-wide initiatives both online & in person* Developed, implemented, & streamlined dynamic & technical curriculum (both analog & digital) that evolved from basic fundamentals into higher levels of critical thinking by using client & instructor-centered approaches* Set daily priorities, assess needs, & planned specific goals & objectives that incorporated motivational & positive reinforcement by through various strategies including the gradual release of responsibility. * Maintain detailed notes on clients (performances, preferences, communication) to inform stakeholders on superior work & problem areas. * 3+ years of experience in virtual & in-person facilitation roles in education & professional settings* Served on the Instructional Leadership Team, which made decisions about the company’s instructional programs, curriculum & professional development schedules, & collaboration opportunities.* Analyze data on client’s attainment to identify improvement opportunities & designed customized instructional plans for 150 + international customers per year.* Chaired & managed the Professional Learning Community weekly for team members for 3 years in which I was responsible for monitoring goals, motivating colleagues, & inspiring positive, professional collaboration* Trained staff on SEL and Positive Behavior Support Systems to establish the social environment & behavioral supports needed for the institutions to be an effective culture for all. Show less

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  Axis Communications

  May 2023 - now

  Technical Trainer- Midwest Region

  * Delivers hands-on training classes, online sessions, and/or workshops, with best practices for utilizing the newest technologies in groups or individually* Determines overall effectiveness of programs and training by listening to feedback and making improvements as necessary* Possess functional knowledge and expertise in network surveillance * Effectively communicates complex technical information to a variety of audiences, as well as adapting training materials and delivery methods accordingly* Attends educational workshops and reviews publications to maintain technical knowledge * Reports data on completed courses, issues, and absences* Serves as an Axis diplomat on training and new product initiatives Show less