Kara Francis
New York
Summary
Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children, required to flourish in an academic setting. Certified and licensed in the state of Indiana and New York. Recognized as a highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 87
10.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans based on students' needs.
- Fostered a partnership between families and school community.
- Analyze student data to create and implement various teaching strategies.
- Participated in professional development to enhance my teacher toolkit.
Special Education Teacher
Howe Middle School
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to promote a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiate and modify lesson plans to make lessons accessible for student learning needs.
- Managed a caseload of 12-27 students.
Special Education Teacher
Graduation Academy
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Foster relationships between parents and school community to support student learning.
- Advocated for resources and services that address the unique challenges faced by students with disabilities.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
Legacy College Prep
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Interview candidates for open positions.
- Support administration in the orientation of students and faculty.
- Maintain a record of students with Individual Education Plans.
- Corresponded and communicated with a cross-functional team.
- Trained faculty using case studies on the Article 7 document.
Special Education Teacher
Arlington Middle School
07.2018 - 11.2018
- Interview candidates for open positions.
- Support administrative orientation for students and faculty.
- Maintain a record of students with Individual Education Plans.
- Corresponded and communicated with a cross-functional team.
- Trained faculty using case studies on Article 7 document.
Special Education Teacher
John Marshall Middle School
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Organized field trips and volunteers to chaperone.
- Support administration in the orientation of students and faculty.
- Maintain a record of students with Individual Education Plans.
- Corresponded and communicated with a cross-functional team.
- Trained faculty using case studies on Article 7 document.
Education
Certificate - Transition to Teaching
Indiana Wesleyan University
04-2024
Master's - Human Behavior
Capella University
Minnesota12-2013
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
College of New Rochelle
New York05-2009
Diploma - Human Resource Management
George Brown College
Canada12-2003
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Time management
- Record Keeping
- Analytical
- Confidentiality
- Attention to Detail
- Integrity
- Problem-Solving
- Lesson Planning
- Interpersonal Skills
Certification
- Licensed Special Education P-12 - October 2025, New York, NY
- Licensed Special Education P-12 - April 2024, Indianapolis, IN
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 87
10.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Howe Middle School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
Graduation Academy
03.2021 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
Legacy College Prep
08.2019 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher
Arlington Middle School
07.2018 - 11.2018
Special Education Teacher
John Marshall Middle School
05.2017 - 05.2018
Master's - Human Behavior
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
College of New Rochelle
Diploma - Human Resource Management
George Brown College
Certificate - Transition to Teaching
Indiana Wesleyan University