Asheka Ford
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced Educator with a proven track record in individualized service planning, effective communication, and relationship building. Committed to enhancing student success and fostering collaboration between families and educators.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Support Specialist
LEARN Charter School Network
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized support plans for families to enhance student success and engagement.
- Facilitated workshops on parenting strategies, improving family-school communication and collaboration.
- Coordinated referrals to community resources, ensuring families access necessary services and support.
- Monitored student progress and collaborated with educators to address academic and behavioral challenges.
- I help manage daily operations, support staffing needs, and ensure a strong transition from Pre-K to Kindergarten. My role blends family partnership, instructional support, and operational leadership to ensure a high-quality and well-managed campus.
Family Childcare Network Specialist
Carole Robertson Ctr-Learning
Chicago, IL
09.2013 - 07.2022
- Trained staff on network protocols, fostering a culture awareness and best practices.
- Monitored network performance, identifying areas for improvement and driving strategic enhancements.
- I supervised/ monitored ten family childcare homes and center across chicago land area. Making sure they are in compliance with DFSS, DCFS, Head start and Early head start standards.
- I helped with identifying family child care home and centers to partner with the program.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve team productivity.
- I oversee enrollment and onboarding, maintain compliance and student documentation in creative curriculum and COPA
- lead family engagement efforts.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
National Louis University
Chicago, IL12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05-2005
Skills
- Individualized service planning
- Professional boundaries
- Self-awareness
- Motivational interviewing
- Coaching
- Case management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
Certification
- Family Support Specialist Level 5
- ECE Credential Level 5
- Mental Health Consultant
- Substitute License ISBE
- Infant toddler level 4
- Gateways Trainer
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
LEARN Charter School Network
08.2022 - Current
Family Childcare Network Specialist
Carole Robertson Ctr-Learning
09.2013 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Psychology
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
National Louis University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Malcolm X College