Francy Espitia
Summary
Professional in Language and Sociocultural Studies with over fifteen years of experience in Education and Coordination. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in Education industry. Strengths in assessment and curriculum development backed by training in development of intercultural skills, inquiry and integration of curriculum. Perceptive educator with solid record of accomplishment in attaining and surpassing targets during more than ten years career. Stay on top of trends in education to maintain modern, efficient systems meeting needs of diverse students. Solid relationship-builder with decisive approach to solving operational problems.
Experienced with student engagement, relationship building, and application management. Utilizes effective communication and personalized support to guide prospective students. Track record of enhancing student satisfaction and meeting admissions goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESOL Teacher/Dean of Students
Blue Hills ABE
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences focused on best practices in
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and used data-driven instruction for continuous improvement of learning outcomes. (MAPT Test).
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Streamlined administrative processes for greater efficiency in handling student concerns and issues.
- Enhanced student retention rates through the development of comprehensive support services and academic interventions.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
ESOL Teacher/Service Advisor
Blue Hills ABE
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences focused on best practices in English language teaching methodologies.
- Served as an advocate for ESOL students within the school community, promoting cultural awareness and inclusivity among staff and peers.
- Mentored new teachers in effective ESOL instructional strategies to ensure their success within the school community.
- Supported the integration of newly-arrived immigrant students into mainstream classrooms by providing resources and guidance for both teachers and learners.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
BLUE HILLS REGIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOLS - ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Implementing the Teacher's lesson plans and maintaining daily classroom schedules
- Using a variety of instructional and assessment strategies, as directed by the Teacher, to meet individual student needs
- Assisting students with assignments or difficult concepts
- Managing classroom behavior to keep all students engaged in the lesson and providing individual support and feedback for their students.
ENGLISH PROGRAM COORDINATOR - ELEMENTARY
GIMNASIO COLOMBO BRITANICO SCHOOL
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Designed, implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
PRIMARY YEARS PROGRAM (IBO) COORDINATOR
GIMNASIO FEMENINO SCHOOL
08.2014 - 12.2018
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards
- Developed subject and grade leaders to advance oversight and improve instruction
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification
- Implement IBO policies, principles and curriculum to get the IBO PYP certification
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
UNIT OF INQUIRY TEACHER AND HOMEROOM TEACHER
GIMNASIO LOS PORTALES SCHOOL
08.2011 - 07.2014
- Maintained accurate and complete records for students
- Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs
- Completed student progress reports on bimestrial basis to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Education
M.D. - Liberal Arts:CECS (Critical Ethnics Community St)
UMASS Boston
Boston, MA05-2026
Master (Initiating) in Evaluation and Quality Assurance in Education -
Universidad Externado De Colombia
06.2015
Bachelor Degree - Languages And Sociocultural Studies
Universidad De Los Andes
04.2011
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- School event coordination
- Student achievement
- Educational staff supervision
- Community Relations
- Staff Development
- Process improvements
- Academic administration
- Grammar instruction
- Vocabulary building
- Adaptive learning
- Parent communication
Certification
- IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization) Assessment Training - 2016
- IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization) Inquiry Training - 2013
- Academic IELTS: 7.0 CEFR LEVEL:C1
- WES CREDENTIALS: Verified International Academic Qualifications World Education Services
https://www.credly.com/badges/c924c7ac-c95b-4246-abde-106906da20a4/public_url
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Education
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Timeline
ESOL Teacher/Dean of Students
Blue Hills ABE
08.2022 - Current
ESOL Teacher/Service Advisor
Blue Hills ABE
08.2021 - 06.2022
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
BLUE HILLS REGIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOLS - ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM
09.2020 - 06.2021
ENGLISH PROGRAM COORDINATOR - ELEMENTARY
GIMNASIO COLOMBO BRITANICO SCHOOL
01.2019 - 10.2019
PRIMARY YEARS PROGRAM (IBO) COORDINATOR
GIMNASIO FEMENINO SCHOOL
08.2014 - 12.2018
UNIT OF INQUIRY TEACHER AND HOMEROOM TEACHER
GIMNASIO LOS PORTALES SCHOOL
08.2011 - 07.2014
Master (Initiating) in Evaluation and Quality Assurance in Education -
Universidad Externado De Colombia
Bachelor Degree - Languages And Sociocultural Studies
Universidad De Los Andes
- IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization) Assessment Training - 2016
- IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization) Inquiry Training - 2013
- Academic IELTS: 7.0 CEFR LEVEL:C1
- WES CREDENTIALS: Verified International Academic Qualifications World Education Services
https://www.credly.com/badges/c924c7ac-c95b-4246-abde-106906da20a4/public_url
M.D. - Liberal Arts:CECS (Critical Ethnics Community St)
UMASS Boston
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