MELINDA FRANCO

FIRST GRADE TEACHER

Melinda was born and raised in New York and currently resides in Queens. Melinda’s interest in education began when she was in high school where she worked with young children as a tutor at her community’s town hall and participated in her school’s outreach program as an assistant teacher that supported local elementary schools and daycare establishments. With a B.A in Psychology from Hunter College, Melinda’s initial interest of how people think and their characteristics developed into an interest of learning and teaching.

Continuing her education at Hunter College, Melinda received her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education in May of 2017 and where she then became a part of the PS 527 family. Melinda was attracted to the school culture and support of the teachers and staff to the success of their students and their families. As a teacher, Melinda relishes in helping children determine their individual strengths and believes in teaching children to their full potential. As a mother of two, Melinda also understands the importance of a nurturing environment and hopes to create natural experiences that allow for students to learn through inquiry, play, and discovery. Melinda is excited to continue teaching with PS 527 and looks forward to an amazing new school year!