Fran Buckingham

COMS Children’s House Assistant, 2011-Present

COMS Aftercare Coordinator, 2010-2011

Professional Information:
B.A., Education, Saint Xavier University
Illinois State Teaching Certification Type 03, Middle School Endorsement in Science
Director’s Assistant at TLC Montessori in Lombard, IL, 2008-2010
Student Teaching at Sutherland School in Chicago, IL, 2007-2008
Chicago Park District Camp Counselor at Ridge Park, 2002-2004

Off-School hours you may find me:
Camping, hiking, fishing, canoeing, gardening, spending time outdoors, traveling,
spending time with family and friends.

Hobbies:
Playing the piano, fishing, working on our farm in Wisconsin.

Favorite Quote:
“Your life is defined by its opportunities…even the ones you miss.”
“Just can’t live that negative way…make way for the positive day!” – Bob Marley

Leisure time activities:
Cooking, hiking and walking my puppy.

Dream of:
Having a family of my own someday.