Emily Ford Email & Phone Number

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

‣ Cultivating Relationships: building and maintaining partnerships with diverse communities to enhance accessibility to vital resources, programs, and services for older adults in the county.‣ Community Advocate: serving as a proactive advocate for older adults, prioritizing their diverse needs and ensuring their voices are heard within community discussions and initiatives. ‣ Content Developer: collaborating with team members to develop engaging content for social media, educational events, publications, and the organization's website.‣ Metrics Reporting: establishing metrics to assess the effectiveness of organizational diversity initiatives, preparing reports that demonstrate the impact and value of outreach initiatives.‣ Public Representative: acting as a departmental representative for diversity, equity, and inclusion by participating in city or county-wide meetings, delivering public presentations, and facilitating conversations to educate community members on related topics.‣ Community Outreach: creating and distributing informational marketing materials, actively participating in community conferences, and hosting informational events with evening and weekend flexibility. ‣ Virtual Equity Representative: serving as the administrator and lead trainer for AARP's OATS program at our center while also participating in state-wide initiatives for digital equity as an advocate for older adults.‣ Lead Facilitator for Social Engagement & Inclusion: leading the county's Master Aging Plan focus group on Social Engagement and Inclusion to ensure inclusive aging practices in the county.‣ Resource Developer: assisting in the creation and ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive online community aging resource guide, providing a vital tool for older adults and their caregivers.

Burlington, North Carolina, United States

‣ Designed and implemented daily standard-aligned lesson plans with a focus on literacy development for struggling readers, achieving a 94% growth rate from BOY reading levels H-J to M-Q by EOY.‣ Developed engaging and interactive Google Slides lessons for direct instruction, incorporating end-of-lesson formative assessments to evaluate student comprehension of state standards and adjusted teaching strategies for future lessons accordingly. ‣ Appointed by school administration to the school's Leader In Me Lighthouse team, overseeing the implementation of the leadership program school-wide and providing constructive feedback for staff-led initiatives. ‣ Assisted in creating a strategic outline for the school's implementation of school-wide leadership program for the 2022-23 school year.

Burlington, North Carolina, United States

‣ Collaborated with a team of second-grade summer school teachers to design a cohesive curriculum that prepared rising third graders for upcoming academic challenges.‣ Created and implemented a structured schedule, detailed course outline, and engaging lesson plans that incorporated both academic and social-emotional learning.‣ Provided targeted intervention utilizing data-driven strategies to identify individual learner needs, track progress, and adjust instruction accordingly by cultivating my own skills in assessment, differentiation, and personalized learning.

Burlington, North Carolina, United States

‣ Facilitated comprehensive lesson plans that aligned with state standards catered to diverse learning needs across K-2 grade levels using a remote learning platform.‣ Organized and taught test-taking strategies to prepare 4-5 grade level students for End of Grade (EOG) standardized testing, improving student confidence and performance.‣ Developed and delivered hybrid learning for fourth graders, effectively adapting lesson plans to simultaneously meet the needs of in-person and remote learners to ensure continuity of education.

Burlington, North Carolina, United States

‣ Supported a team of first-grade teachers in daily remote learning activities, fostering an engaging and interactive online learning environment during the COVID-19 shutdown. ‣ Developed interactive PowerPoint presentations using Google Slides to enhance independent learning opportunities for student learning during small group remote instruction.‣ Facilitated virtual small group learning sessions over Zoom, employing creative methods of assessment to ensure student understanding and success, while adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse learner needs.

Burlington, North Carolina, United States

‣ Participated in multiple teaching practicums across elementary and high school settings (1st grade, 2nd grade, 5th grade, and 11th grade), gaining hands-on experience in lesson planning, classroom management, and student engagement.‣ Taught and supported students in core subjects like math, science, literacy, and social studies in alignment with North Carolina curriculum standards.‣ Developed and delivered differentiated instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) and students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to ensure accommodations were met for student success.‣ Conducted qualitative and quantitative assessments (diagnostic, formative, interim, and summative) to document and analyze student understanding, using this data to inform instruction to improve future educational programs and enhance student learning.‣ Led a transition to remote learning in Spring 2020 due to COVID-19, creating virtual lesson plans and instructional content (Google Slides), as well as hosting daily morning meetings to provide social-emotional support.*Colegio Nacional de Monserrat | Cordoba, Argentina | April 2018 - June 2018‣ Facilitated a "Taller Intercambio" (Exchange Workshop) for local middle school students, providing them with opportunities to enhance their English language skills through interactive lessons and activities.‣ Led a virtual exchange program, connecting students with peers in the United States and Sweden, allowing opportunities for cross-cultural engagement, communication, and collaboration.‣Effectively communicated with Spanish-speaking advisors about the process for creating and implementing a curriculum for a brand new program.Associated Elon University Classes: SOC 243 | PSY 321 | EDU 323 | EDU 312 | EDU 346 | EDU 411 | EDU 324 | EDU 315 | EDU 481

Elon, North Carolina, United States

Pledge Educator, Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity (2018)‣ Managed and organized the chapter's new member education process ensuring that all activities and service events aligned with the fraternity's values and goals.‣ Developed a structured schedule, comprehensive lesson plans, and administered quizzes to ensure all new members met induction requirements with success; all pledges were inducted. Student Orientation Leader (2018 & 2019)‣ Fostered an inclusive environment by promoting cross-cultural understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by international and transfer students.‣ Utilized strong communication skills to relay important information regarding academic expectations, campus policies, and available resources to a diverse student body.Service Chair for Omicron Delta Kappa (2019)‣ Collaborated with faculty advisors to develop and implement a comprehensive calendar for membership selection and new member initiation to ensure a timely and organized process.‣ Maintained an Excel spreadsheet and engaged in discussions with fellow chair members to evaluate applications, enhancing accountability in the selection process."El Centro" Conversation Leader (2019 - 2020)‣ Collaborated closely with a faculty member at El Centro to provide Spanish language instruction to students and staff, fostering a welcoming language learning environment for beginners.‣ Created and designed lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles, incorporating a variety of teaching and learning methods to engage participants in meaningful language practice.