Hilda Franke
Sierra Vista,United States
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Designer
Tipping Point Solutions
Fort Huachuca, AZ
05.2023 - Current
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
Fifth Grade Teacher/ Special Education Teacher
Leman Academy Of Excellence
Sierra Vista, AZ
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Exceptional Education Teacher
Leman Academy Of Excellence
Sierra Vista, AZ
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
Exceptional Education Teacher MS
Sahuarita Unified School District
Sahuarita, AZ
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options as part of the PBIS program.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Exceptional Education Liaison
Tucson Unified School District
Tucson, AZ
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Accurately documented all special education IEPs and documents using TieNet.
- Supervised crew of 7 employees.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Developed partnerships with parents, teachers and staff to build awareness and increase support.
Education
Master of Arts - Bilingual Special Education
05.2009
- 3.9 GPA
- Behavior Specialist Certificate and training
Bachelor of Arts - Education of Individuals in Special Education Programs
05.1993
Skills
- Organization
- Cultural Awareness
- Interpersonal Communication
- Excellent Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Instructional Designer - Tipping Point Solutions
05.2023 - Current
Fifth Grade Teacher/ Special Education Teacher - Leman Academy Of Excellence
07.2020 - 05.2023
Exceptional Education Teacher - Leman Academy Of Excellence
07.2017 - 05.2020
Exceptional Education Teacher MS - Sahuarita Unified School District
08.2013 - 05.2015
Exceptional Education Liaison - Tucson Unified School District
08.2007 - 05.2010
University of Arizona - Master of Arts, Bilingual Special Education
University of Puerto Rico - Bachelor of Arts, Education of Individuals in Special Education Programs