Francisca Cuevas Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

Greater New York City Area

Responsibilities: • Works one on one with young people in foster care to assess and establish individualized educational and career goals in preparation for post-secondary education. • Refers youth to appropriate services to meet their academic goals. (i.e tutoring, SAT prep). • Uses data (DOE/ACS/CAS) to track, monitor students' academic performance and takes steps to access intervention support services as needed. • Coordinates activities and events for youth. (i.e. college tours, college fairs, graduation celebrations).• Collaborates with foster care staff to meet the needs of youth and to provide interventions as needed. • Attends Family Team Conferences and school related meetings. • Guides students through the rigorous NYS graduation requirements, college application and financial aid process (in individual and group settings), including but not limited to multiple reviews of applications, admissions essays, financial aid forms, and other admissions materials. • Coordinates communication between key stakeholders at high schools, colleges, foster care caseworker, foster parents and the youth to support student progress toward educational success. • Trainings for youth, staff and foster parent.• Maintains regular contact with youth. This will include extensive travel in the community by making home visits, school visits and traveling to see youth who are residing on campus outside of New York City. • Documents all work with youth in a timely manner and tracks their academic progress. • Track and manage vital student data as it relates to high school graduation and the college search and application process.• Researches, networks and shares information with casework staff regarding community based educational, tutorial, and remedial enrichment programs available in NYC.

Greater New York City Area

Open Moments was created by my late husband, Simon Cruz and myself at 270 St. Nicholas (124th Street). Simon Cruz was always an arduous supporter of art in all forms. One of the readings purposes was meant to expose, maintain and encourage the arts in the community. They were also meant to bring to light spiritual enlightenment as part of the artist's tasks. He specially encouraged and helped young poets by sharing his own work and encouraging them in their endeavors.Simon was involved with the arts since his early youth and continued to write until the last few days of his life. His approach to his work was to live it. He collaborated with artists in the community (percussionists, painters, sculptors, actors, writers, dancers) to bring art to every day living. Open Moments at Utica College (2008-Present)Open Moments at Columbia's Intercultural Resource Center 2014-In the late 1980's, Open Moments shifted it's way from the City College campus to the Columbia University's campus. It was at the Intercultural Resource Center where many students, professors and community members came out to release their thoughts into the Universe. It was the peaceful OM ( a mantra and mystical Sanskrit of Hindu origin) that set the tone for everyone despite their beliefs or non-beliefs. NOW, Open Moments NYC is returning to one of the first stepping grounds, to encourage the relations between the community and the campus. This time around however, the sister of Francisca Cuevas- Cruz and the sister-in-law of Simon Cruz, Margarita, is facilitating the space for Open Moments.

Telecommuting

Develop and implement retention strategies for academically underprepared students in the Department of Sociology/Criminal Justice.

Remote

The position of Rater for the Redesigned SAT Essay will score student essays by using a rubric to apply scores consistently across multiple prompts. Raters will read and score student essays, maintaining accurate and consistent calibration.

Bronx, Ny

Manage a college and post-secondary access program for Rocking the Boat students Design and lead workshops that focus on topics that support preparation for college, trade school, and other post-secondary opportunitiesWork individually with students throughout the year to explore post-high school options, plan next steps, and offer regular support Lead multiple Post-secondary Opportunities Family Nights throughout the year Coordinate and lead a week of local day trips to New York City and regional colleges during spring break and a week-long overnight trip for juniors over February break to visit New York State schools Explore scholarship opportunities and review financial aid packages with all high school seniors and their familiesWork with families to resolve individual academic and financial issues causing barriers to college enrollment With support from the Director of Social Work, develop a network of volunteer mentors and tutors who can support high school academic performance and the college and post-secondary access work associated with this positionTrack individual student participation in a Salesforce database Develop and maintain relationships with a network of colleges and post-secondary training organizations

Bronx, Ny

Reporting directly to Regional Program Director, provide college access services to high school students following program model outline; responsible for student benchmarks.-Manage the College All Stars Bronx Region component; collaborate with the Managers from the Harlem and Brooklyn Regions.-Provide college access services as program model outlines including; counseling, workshops, exam registration, portfolio management, career exploration and tours -Responsible for student benchmarks -College awareness workshop facilitation -Database management -Attendance reporting -Cultural equity opportunity research and initiatives -Chaperone local and overnight college tour -Youth Steering Committee coordinator -Attend professional development workshops -Reports directly to Regional Program Director

San Francisco Bay Area

Perform social media evaluation for a major social media platform.Review and rate social media content using a web application to support the measurement of data relevance.Evaluate social media results according to detailed criteria

Provided training and support for improving retention and academic success strategies for traditional and non-traditional students in public institutions including Bronx Community College and Lehman College for the City University of New York.Improved comprehensive tutorial services administered to 900 students participating in the Percy Ellis Sutton SEEK program by streamlining the application process, scheduling, room assignments, and computerized record keeping. Trained 5 teams of faculty and professional tutors to develop workshops and courses in math, pre-med and nursing, business, study skills, and reading/writing. Assisted with the process of budget planning/monitoring of $300,000 for 30 staff members, including tutors and faculty members. Developed and taught a professional development curriculum for academic advisors/counselors at Bronx Community College that included how to maximize student outreach, how to develop an effective academic success course, and how to systematically monitor students’ progress for early, successful academic interventions. Prepared a strategic initiative to improve student enrollment as well as increase outreach, awareness, and education about opportunity programs and the financial aid process to hundreds of prospective students and families.

New York

Recruitment and Admissions• Improved and streamlined the application process for prospective students in order to solicit pertinent financial and academic information, effectively increasing the number of qualified candidates who applied to the program. • Collaborated with high schools and guidance counselors to help prospective students with the admissions and financial aid process. • Acted as liaison with the offices of Admissions and Financial Aid in the recruitment, interviewing, assessing eligibility, and selection of prospective students. • Co-organized and coordinated the Annual HEOP Scholars Information Session with the Admissions and Financial Aid departments. • Developed and implemented recruiting strategies at high schools in the five NYC boroughs. • Approved staff members’ recruiting schedules at high school college fairs and visits as well as established relationships with community based organizations. The Bridge between High School and College: The Six-Week Academic Summer Program• Planned, coordinated, and supervised the six-week residential Academic Summer Program for incoming first year Program students including: hiring personnel, developing course offerings, designing counseling seminars, ordering textbooks and supplies, and training summer staff. • Planned and formatted summer program schedule including Parent/Student Orientation sessions, courses, advising sessions, tutoring and social and cultural events. • Supervised and trained all staff, including faculty, tutors, peer counselors, and resident assistants. • Evaluated and monitored the academic, personal, and social development of incoming students. • Collaborated with faculty and advisors on each student’s academic strengths and weaknesses, and helped students develop a plan to fulfill academic and career goals based on their interests.

New York

Advising/Teaching/Curriculum Development• Coordinated with the Dean of Studies to offer staff and faculty development training workshops to full-time and part-time advisors and faculty in the Dean of studies Office. Workshops included how to offer effective: academic, personal, social, and career counseling/ advising; course program planning and goal-setting; monitoring of academic performance; academic interventions for underperformance, and referrals to other student support services on campus, e.g. health services, counseling services, career development, as needed. • Reviewed students’ educational history and evaluated academic performance and learning styles in order to recommend study skills workshops, tutoring, and other appropriate action to address students' needs. • Developed, planned, and taught a semester-long academic success course for first-year students.• Provided workshops and individual advisement sessions to students.• Developed a curriculum for group and individual counseling sessions that facilitated students’ holistic development and learning; and where decision-making, goal setting, study skills, and self-exploration were discussed. • Created and arranged special seminars/workshops for pre-professional and liberal arts students.

New York

Tutoring• Established first campus-wide tutoring program in all subjects for 2000+ students.• Recruited, interviewed, hired and trained 40-45 tutors and supplemental instruction leaders. • Matched and scheduled tutors and tutees for weekly sessions. • Monitored students’ progress in courses. • Collaborated with faculty for tutor training and supplemental instruction design. • Administered and evaluated surveys of tutoring services. Mentoring• Established and maintained the following programs: The Alumnae Mentoring Program for all students of color (400 participants) and The Big Sister/Little Sister Program for all students of color (800 participants). Additional Support Services• Established a computer room, laptop-borrowing program, and lending library of textbooks for students. • Provided study breaks for students using catering from local restaurants. • Established monthly program newsletter for students. Professional/Curriculum Development• Developed and implemented curriculum to train advisors, counselors, faculty members, and teachers in effective strategies and best practices in advising, teaching, and retention. • Developed and implemented curriculum to train peer counselors and tutors for HEOP, STEP, and Liberty Programs in effective advising, learning, and retention strategies as well as community building.

New York

Community/Campus Leadership & Large Event Planning• Convener of the campus-wide Committee On Race, Religion, Identity and Ethnicity (CORRIE) Programming Subcommittee; developed and implemented programs on issues of diversity for the college community. • Planned conferences for the HEOP Professional Organization, which included over 60 institutions. • Established the annual Unity Dinner where the entire Barnard/Columbia campus communities attended to celebrate diversity.• Established, planned, and coordinated the following annual events for students, faculty, administrators, staff, and alumnae: HEOP Alumnae Reunion, HEOP Anniversary Galas (every five years), Seniors of Color Luncheon, Academic Summer Program Banquet, and Alumnae of Color Dinner at Barnard’s Alumnae Reunion.• Organized and coordinated Faculty Luncheon Lectures where faculty presented a topic in an area of diversity related to their field. • Initiated and coordinated an annual graduate school fair. • Served as advisor to student organizations such as Acción Boricua, Barnard Organization of Black Women, Celebration of Womanhood, and Black History Month Celebration. • Planned group workshops and presentations on the following topics: “Women of Color: Stereotypes and Myths” “Quién Eres?: Images vs. Reality” “Stereotypes & Shadism” “Cultural Values: A Discussion” • Coordinated mini-conferences at Barnard College in conjunction with the Manhattan Valley Youth Program.

New Yok

Under the Office of Academic Success and Enrichment Programs, developed, implemented, and supervised all aspects and components of the Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP-NY State) and the Barnard Opportunity Program (BOP-National), and facilitated its success with a team of staff members, including the Associate Director/Academic Advisors, Professional Academic Advisors, Administrative Assistants, 30 faculty members, and 25 student workers. The New York State Department of Education cited the HEOP Scholars Program at Barnard College as the best in the state due to its programming and high graduation rates of 85% and above, and was used as a model of best practice for other opportunity programs. Expanded the opportunity program to include the maximum number of students funded by the NYS Education Department as well as to include students from out of state, funded by Barnard College. Administrative• Collaborated with all areas within Student Affairs including Admissions, and Academic Affairs including academic departments to develop, implement, and support various student success initiatives.• Responsible for grant writing and supervision of grant-funded projects. Administered and monitored a $4 million budget.• Hired, trained, supervised and evaluated professional and administrative staff, faculty, mentors, volunteers, tutors and student workers. • Collected and analyzed data for Program evaluation; gathered and maintained statistical data for all education-related activities; prepared statistical reports for the college and the New York State Education Department.• Initiated, coordinated, and edited publication of “Different Voices,” a collection of reflective prose by alumnae of color about their college experience

• Established Outreach to identity-based student organizations (i.e. LBGTQA) and awareness month planning committees to develop strong advisory relationships with leaders and members. • Provided logistical support for student organizations and awareness months, including monitoring budgets, negotiating contracts with performers, provided evening and weekend event coverage when needed, and facilitated and encouraged inter-organization communication and collaboration. • Assisted the Events & Special Programs Office with planning and logistics for alumni events including Alumni Reunion Weekend, Family Weekend and graduation. • Collaborated with key partners across the College and University, selecting and managing vendors, tracking and reconciling budgets, coordinating event staffing needs, and onsite event management.• Provided logistical support for events, including but not limited to: creating timelines; developed guest lists; researched venues; interfaced with vendors; suggested menu and décor items; arranged seating charts and floor plans as well as provided on-site event support. Designed and produced printed material for events. Drafted invitations, thank you notes and briefings. Supervised physical maintenance of event spaces working with Facilities Management and Public Safety. Ensured access for the disabled

Mexico City Area, Mexico

TRAVELED IN MEXICO PURCHASING ITEMS FOR KIOSK BUSINESS IN NYC.

Bachelor Of Arts, Spanish & Latin America Literature & Cultures, Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Queers of Color Asian American Alliance Barnard Organization of Soul Sisters (BOSS) Caribbean Students.

Graduate, Counseling Psychology

Principles and Methods of Psychological Counseling, Human Ecology, Counseling Culturally Different Women, Cross Cultural Counseling.

Study Abroad Summer Program, Spanish Language And Literature

Study Abroad, Barnard College Spanish Department Prize, First Place Essay

Middle School

LIVED AND STUDIED IN PUERTO RICO

Nys Rgent'S Diploma