Amber Franklin
Lawton,Oklahoma
Summary
Dynamic Lead Teacher at Crossroads Youth and Family Services, skilled in lesson planning and fostering student engagement. Successfully implemented differentiated instruction strategies, enhancing student success and collaboration with parents. A positive role model, I prioritize relationship building and inclusive practices to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
Experienced with creating inclusive and dynamic lesson plans that engage students. Utilizes effective classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment. Track record of developing strong relationships with students and colleagues to enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Crossroads Youth and Family Services
11.2022 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Associates Of Science - Enterprise Development
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OKAssociates Of Science - Child Development
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK05.2025
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Student engagement
- IEP support
- Student records management
- Inclusive practices
- Family engagement
- Childcare requirements
- Safe learning environment
- Relationship building
- Behavior management
- Curriculum implementation
- Small group instruction
- Motivating students
- Positive role model and mentor
- Student-centered learning
- Public speaking
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified
I also have my CDA credential.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Crossroads Youth and Family Services
11.2022 - Current
Associates Of Science - Enterprise Development
Tulsa Community College
Associates Of Science - Child Development
Tulsa Community College
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