Winston Roberts

AI Education Consultant & Teacher, KIPP New Jersey

Winston Roberts stands as a beacon of innovation in education, with over seven years of dedication to shaping the next generation at KIPP BOLD Academy in Newark, NJ. A proud Morehouse Man, Winston graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa in 2014, armed with a BA in Political Science and a Master’s from the Relay Graduate School of Education, sharpening his pedagogical skills for a rapidly evolving world.

At the heart of Winston’s educational philosophy is a keen eye on the future, especially the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in learning. His work culminated in a groundbreaking presentation alongside Dr. David Jackson at the National Literacy Institute Mega Conference, introducing “Artificial Intelligence’s Reinvention of Literacy Planning” to the educational community. This initiative showcased the seamless integration of AI in lesson planning, heralding a new era of personalized and efficient instruction.

Winston’s influence extends beyond the classroom through his “Teacher in a Suit” YouTube channel, where he demystifies AI tools like ChatGPT, making them accessible to educators, parents, and students alike. His advocacy for AI in education led to a transformative policy change within the KIPP NJ network: AI tools, once blocked for staff use, were unblocked due to his efforts. This pivotal shift now enables teachers to harness the power of ChatGPT, significantly easing their workload and combating educator burnout, thereby enriching the teaching and learning experience across the board.

His expertise and innovative approach to education have positioned him in esteemed circles, including a featured panelist role at the Walton Family Foundation’s Q3 Education Committee meeting. There, alongside luminaries like Jim Walton, and Carrie Walton Penner, and with Sal Khan presenting virtually, Winston shared insights on leveraging AI tools in education, underscoring the caliber of discourse he contributes to.

Winston’s life is enriched by his membership in Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and his roles as a devoted husband and new father, grounding his vision for a future where education empowers all students to thrive in an AI-enhanced world.