Heather Francis

Heather Francis has a diverse work experience starting in 2014 with roles such as Special Educator at Cambridge Public Schools, Research Associate at Harvard University Graduate School of Education, and Education Specialist at the Massachusetts Department of Education. Heather has also worked as an Adjunct Lecturer on Education at Lasell University and an Instructor at Boston College. Additionally, Heather has experience as an Implementation Specialist and Internship Program Coordinator at CAST, an Executive Functioning Coach as an Independent Contractor, and a Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support at Cambridge Public Schools. Heather is currently serving as a Doctoral Student Researcher and Instructor at Boston College, as well as the Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support at Cambridge Public Schools.

Heather Francis holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Education from Boston College, which they obtained from 2018 to 2024. Prior to that, they completed a Master of Education (Ed.M.) in Mind, Brain and Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education from 2013 to 2014. Heather also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History and Literature; Special Education from Lesley University. In addition to their degrees, Heather Francis has obtained certifications including an Educator's License in Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8), an Educator's License in Elementary 1-6, and a Special Education Administrator License, all levels.