Ashley R. Folco (Grady)
23333 Spectrum
Irvine, CA 92618
EDUCATION:
LICENSURE:
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Simmons College, Boston MA
Master of Science in Education
May 2014
University of Rhode Island, Kingston RI
Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Cum Laude
Dean’s List, Cumulative GPA 3.35/4.00
May 2008
CA: Education Specialist Instruction Credential
Level I
Clear
April 2016
June 2018
EXPERIENCE: Lead Mentor, Assessor, Teacher Induction Program
August 2019-Present
Orange County Department of Education, Costa Mesa, CA
• Design and monitor Canvas curriculum for Mentors & Candidates
• Select mentor and teacher-candidate matches and monitor to ensure effective collaborative relationships
• Provide support to mentors as they work collaboratively with their teacher-candidates (including, but not
limited to, identifying resources, the teacher-candidate’s identification of learning goals, development of a
relevant inquiry question, and the collection of the appropriate evidence of application)
• Facilitate cohort meetings
• Assist in the review and completion of individual program requirements for teacher-candidates and mentors
• Assess teacher-candidate competence and mentor requirements
• Assess and score teacher-candidate Individual Learning Plans for compliance with state credential requirements
• Communicate with mentors, candidates, and districts regarding program updates and assignments
System of Support Facilitator
Orange County Department of Education, Costa Mesa, CA
December 2018-Present
• Train and support teachers and classroom staff through an extensive professional learning community
• Provide staff with most current and research based information related to best practices in the classroom
• Meet in collaborative groups to discuss and develop instructional strategies and materials
Education Specialist, Site Liaison
Orange County Department of Education, Costa Mesa, CA
May 2016-Present
• Develop Individual Educational Program (IEPs) and provide educational services to students in accordance with
students’ IEPs
• Instruct special education students in academic and/or functional academic, communication, self-help, socialemotional, vocational, and other specialized skill areas
• Develop and present lessons, reinforce concepts, answer questions, assign/check work and document progress
• Supervise staff and paraeducators to monitor students and maintain effective learning and safe recreational
environments
• Maintain regular communication with parents, caregivers, and outside service providers relevant to each
student’s educational program
• Maintain accurate student academic and behavioral data, records, and logs
• Manage student behavior using positive behavioral strategies; implement Behavior Intervention Plans
Special Education Teacher
Amego, Inc., Attleboro, MA
May 2014-April 2016
Intensive Instruction Program (Aug.2013-May 2014), The New England Center for Children, Southborough, MA
Residential Program (Aug. 2010-Aug. 2013), The New England Center for Children, Southborough, MA
• Implement principles of Applied Behavior Analysis under Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• Develop and monitor progress of assigned students’ IEPs
• Develop and implement behavior support plans for assigned students
• Coordinate and supervise the daily operations of assigned classrooms
• Supervise, evaluate, train, and provide feedback to school staff
• Utilize discrete trial and task analysis methods to teach new skills
