Ashley Franklin
Champaign,IL
Summary
Dynamic coach and educator skilled in mentoring student-athletes, fostering positive culture, and enhancing performance through strategic evaluation. Proven ability to communicate effectively with parents and school staff, driving program success and community engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Cheerleading Coach
Unit 4 School District
Champaign, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Mentored student-athletes in leadership skills, fostering a positive team culture.
- Evaluated team performance and adjusted strategies for competitions based on feedback.
- Managed program budget effectively, making strategic decisions regarding the allocation of funds for uniforms, equipment, travel expenses, and other necessary resources.
- Collaborated with school administration to promote a positive image of the cheerleading program within the community.
- Established effective communication channels among coaches, athletes, parents, and school staff to maintain transparency within the program.
Summer Camp Administrator
Camp Indigo Point Inc.
Benton, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Developed training programs for staff to ensure adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in camp administration and customer service excellence.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for camp activities, ensuring optimal resource allocation and participant engagement.
- Implemented feedback systems to assess camper satisfaction, driving continuous improvement in program offerings.
- Promoted inclusivity within the camp community through implementing policies aimed at accommodating individuals from diverse backgrounds or with special needs.
Teacher
Unit 4 School District
Champaign, IL
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive and personalized learning experiences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Teacher
KIPP St. Louis Public Charter Schools
St Louis, MO
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Applied Behavior Analyst
Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc
O'Fallon, IL
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Analyzed data to identify trends in client behavior, driving program adjustments for effectiveness.
- Advocated for client needs within the community, fostering partnerships with local organizations for support services.
- Developed and maintained rapport with clients, establishing trust and promoting engagement in therapy sessions.
- Trained parents and caregivers in behavior management strategies, fostering a consistent approach across environments.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Missouri St. Louis
St Louis, MO05-2022
Skills
- Safety procedures
- Motivational skills
- Parent communication
- Relationship building
- Curriculum development
- Data collection and analysis
Accomplishments
- Built cheerleading program from the ground up, with 35 athletes and $500 yearly budget.
- Facilitated higher athlete retention by enacting clear expectations and relationship building.
- Data Organization - Organized scores of 25 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- IHSA Coaching Certificate - Current
- The National Academy of Sports Medicine Performance Enhancement Specialization - Current
- CPR/AED Certified - Current
- MO and IL Teaching Certification - Current
- Mental Health First Aid - 2021
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Head Cheerleading Coach
Unit 4 School District
07.2025 - Current
Teacher
Unit 4 School District
08.2024 - 05.2026
Summer Camp Administrator
Camp Indigo Point Inc.
05.2024 - Current
Teacher
KIPP St. Louis Public Charter Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024
Applied Behavior Analyst
Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc
08.2019 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Missouri St. Louis