KEVIN FRANCO
Miami,FL
Summary
Experienced education specialist with a dynamic and results-driven approach. Over seven years of experience in K-12 education, curriculum design, and strategic project management. Demonstrated expertise in operational reviews, program analysis, and stakeholder engagement to drive improvements in educational systems. Skilled in data analysis, change management, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration for impactful solutions in school districts and state education agencies. Committed to leveraging data-driven strategies and innovative approaches to support effective educational systems and improve student outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Florida Teaching Certification
Work History
Educational Specialist
José Martí MAST 6-12 Academy
08.2018 - Current
- Develop and deliver AP-level curricula for European History, Human Geography, and Comparative Government & Politics, ensuring alignment with rigorous state standards and college expectations
- Expand the 8th grade World History curriculum, aligning content to AP World History standards to facilitate smoother transitions for students entering high school
- Achieve a 25% increase in student performance, and a 30% rise in classroom engagement by utilizing differentiated instruction and data-driven remediation strategies
- Lead professional development workshops, and coached educators on the effective integration of blended learning and technology to enhance teaching methods and student outcomes
- Design customized instructional materials for multilingual, at-risk, and diverse learners, ensuring content is aligned with state standards and educational goals
- Deliver high-impact professional development sessions on data-driven instruction, literacy strategies, and leveraging educational technology tools for improved learning outcomes
- Provide curriculum consultation and guidance on emerging educational trends, ensuring alignment with state requirements and best practices for diverse student populations
- Conduct in-depth data analysis of student performance metrics, leveraging insights to inform targeted interventions, and share best practices with educators and administrators
- Provided comprehensive support services encompassing career and personal goals of student.
- Educated students on course selection to align with career goals.
- Facilitated academic and cognitive assessments to provide resource referrals according to individualized needs.
- Maintained student database and electronic records for each student contact.
- Met with students in-person and spoke over telephone to help students construct class schedules.
- Mentored low achieving students to develop plans for grade improvements.
- Supported career services by counseling students on career options and guiding job search skills development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Florida International University
Skills
- Biliteracy Instruction
- Professional Development
- Performance assessment
- Standards alignment
- Curriculum Design & Development
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Project Management
- Change Management
- Counseling expertise
- Student retention
- Research
- Academic advising
- Career planning
- Instructional strategies
- Individualized education plans
- Curriculum design
- Presentation skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Florida Professional Teaching Certificate, Social Studies (Grades 6-12), 01/2017
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork Availability
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Timeline
Educational Specialist
José Martí MAST 6-12 Academy
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
Florida International University
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