Steve Francis, Ed.D Email & Phone Number

Tampa, Florida, United States

I deliver critical support and instruction for both teachers and students relating to English and Language Arts comprehension within a Multi-Tiered System of Support. I led the development and implemented of small groups of students in Tier two and three in order to engage and empower reading comprehension.Some key achievements in this role:• Assisted grade-level teams in strategic planning for intervention response and with the formulation of lessons aligned with core instruction goals.• Addressed student learning needs through formative assessments and instructional intervention strategies.• Maximized student engagement by designing standards-based lessons and activities.

Tampa, Florida, United States

In this role I cultivate a proficient and highly-invested workforce of educational professionals by formulating and implementing professional development courses for adult learners focused on driving student learning success throughout impoverished school environments. I collaborated closely with a team of Title One trainers in order to create and implement content aligned with best practices and established institution-wide policies and procedures.Some key achievements in this role:• Trained 200 adult learners with the skills and knowledge required to elevate student success, growth, and development.• Instructed courses of 20-25 elementary and secondary instructional personnel.• Achieved high-levels of engagement by constructing training sessions to accommodate multiple learning styles to elevate comprehension across a diverse population of teachers.• Instructed 100+ brand new teaching professionals.

I empowered new teachers with the knowledge and skills required to excel in educational roles by partnering closely to deliver hands-on coaching and mentorship focused on best practices to cultivate positive impacts. I observed teachers in a classroom setting in order to formulate assessments and generate critical feedback required to continuously develop. I demonstrated Florida Educator Accomplished Practices in order to showcase current methodologies and practices proven to drive student engagement and advance overall learning comprehension, development, and growth. I trained educators in techniques to evaluate and analyze student academic and behavioral needs by reviewing student data and feedback.Some key achievements in this role:• Ensured all teachers met quality standards and requirements stipulated by the Empowering Effective Educators Initiative of the District.• Enables the successful completion of the Teacher Induction Program of the State for 80 novice teachers.• Collaborated closely with new teachers to develop lesson plans that aligned with best practices for lesson design.

Pasadena, California, United States

In this role I utilize my comprehensive expertise to educate 15 graduate-level students throughout a nine-week course focused on empowering a foundational knowledge and skill set relating to research-based classroom management strategies. I expertly navigate remote classroom technologies in order to facilitate peer-to-peer and collaborative learning experiences through online discussions. I deliver supplemental information and critical educational resources to engage students and elevate understanding of course readings. I ensure for completeness and currency across all student grades to enable transparency and showcase progress towards learning objectives.Some key achievements in this role:• Taught Creating Positive Classroom Environments to graduate students in the Education Program.• Acted as a SME on all aspects of course materials for a globally-diverse population of students.• Strengthened student understanding and performance by evaluating student progress through weekly learning journals and devising robust and constructive feedback.• Played an instrumental role in the successful completion of 24 students.• Empowered students with a sound knowledge of meeting writing standards for American Psychological Association formatting.

Minneapolis, Mn

I pursued and secured a comprehensive post-graduate education in Curriculum and Instruction by completing all coursework stipulated by an arduous university-approved curriculum. I attended lectures, seminars, and workshops, conducted in-depth research on the industry, delivered top-quality papers and projects in alignment with all assignment requirements, and routinely aced evaluations tracking learning progress and comprehension.Some key achievements in this role:• Notable courses: Supervision & Evaluation of Curriculum, Introduction to Training & Performance Systems, and Applying Research to Improve Curriculum & Instruction.• Successfully obtained a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction in 2019.

During this position I formulated syllabi and engaging lesson plans that aligned with the standards-based curriculum stipulated by the institution. I utilized a myriad of industry-approved methodologies to elevate learning comprehension across a diverse population of students with a variety of learning styles and needs. I enhanced lesson plans by collecting and analyzing student data and feedback in order to pinpoint areas for improvement and devise effective strategies to navigate any concerns. I partnered closely with at-risk students to support performance on standardized writing tests.Some key achievements in this role:• Educated 120+ fourth grade students.• Routinely led classrooms of 40 students in a Title One school while maintaining order and fulfilling all academic, social, and emotional needs.• Played an instrumental role in 95%+ of students achieving minimum proficiency levels or higher.• Improve student performance by 15%+ by implemented daily academic interventions to in close collaboration with the grade level team.

Doctor Of Education - Edd, Curriculum And Instruction

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Elementary Education And Teaching

Master Of Science - Ms, Education, Concentration In Leadership In Educational Administration