Heather Franklin
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic Instructional Support Specialist with a proven track record at Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School, enhancing student literacy and fostering cultural awareness. Skilled in curriculum implementation and effective communication, I excel in creating engaging learning environments. Demonstrated adaptability and a commitment to professional development, achieving significant instructional improvements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Support Specialist
Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Paraprofessional
MARSCare
01.2020 - 09.2023
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead facilitator.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up safespaces.
- Administered tests and assessments for evaluation of student progress and performance.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost instructional skills.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
- Helped lead facilitator manage bus loading and unloading.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Helped lead facilitator prepare instructional material and displays.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off lead facilitator.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Education
GED -
Campus Boulevard Education And Employment School
Philadelphia, PA06.2006
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Curriculum Implementation
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Instructional Support Specialist
Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School
08.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
MARSCare
01.2020 - 09.2023
GED -
Campus Boulevard Education And Employment School
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