Francesca Hanson
Saint Cloud,MN
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate educator with extensive experience at New Horizon Academy, adept at fostering social and emotional development in young learners. Skilled in lesson planning and classroom management, I effectively tailored instruction to meet diverse needs, enhancing student engagement and growth through positive reinforcement and individualized support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
New Horizon Academy
Saint Cloud, MN
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and address developmental needs effectively.
- Assessed student progress regularly to tailor instruction and enhance individual growth.
Transport Specialist
Minnesota Army National Guard
Little Falls, MN
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinated transport logistics for personnel and equipment during training exercises.
- Executed inventory management processes to ensure accurate tracking of supplies and materials.
- Developed routing plans to optimize transportation efficiency and minimize delays.
- Conducted safety inspections on vehicles and equipment to maintain operational readiness.
Paraprofessional
Staples Motley Elementary School
Staples, MN
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs through individualized instruction.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to promote engagement.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and communicate needs.
Early Learning Center Teacher
YMCA
Fargo, ND
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Led training sessions for staff on best practices in child development and education standards.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and participation through consistent enforcement of classroom rules, resulting in an orderly learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers in effective teaching practices, contributing to the overall improvement of the school''s instructional quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MNHigh School Diploma -
Staples Motley Senior High School
Staples, MN05.2032
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MN05.2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Calm and patient
- Observational skills
- Toileting and feeding
- Empathy and compassion
- Child CPR and first aid
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Relationship building
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Daily schedule creation
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
New Horizon Academy
06.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Staples Motley Elementary School
12.2024 - 06.2025
Early Learning Center Teacher
YMCA
01.2024 - 11.2024
Transport Specialist
Minnesota Army National Guard
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Minnesota State University Moorhead
High School Diploma -
Staples Motley Senior High School
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Central Lakes College