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Angie Collazo-Castillo

Monroe

Summary

Dynamic Literacy Consultant with a proven track record at Trumbull Board of Education, specializing in literacy program development and implementation. Utilizes instructional design techniques to create effective lessons to meet student needs with a focus on measurable student outcomes. Committed to fostering community engagement and driving measurable improvements in literacy outcomes across diverse student populations.


Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Literacy Consultant

Trumbull Board of Education
07.2003 - Current
  • Developed tailored literacy programs to enhance reading skills across diverse student populations.
  • Facilitated parent engagement initiatives to promote literacy at home and strengthen community involvement.
  • Enhanced literacy skills by implementing innovative teaching methods and engaging activities.
  • Facilitated cross-curricular collaboration among colleagues, integrating meaningful connections between subjects areas for enhanced learning experiences.
  • Implemented research-based instructional strategies for effective differentiation in the classroom, meeting diverse learners'' needs.
  • Actively participated in school improvement planning processes, focusing on enhancing overall literacy outcomes across grade levels.
  • Provided professional development workshops for educators on best practices in literacy instruction.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement effective assessment strategies for monitoring student progress.
  • Analyzed literacy data to identify trends and recommend targeted interventions for struggling students.

Classroom Teacher - Grades Three and Four

Bridgeport Board Of Education
07.2000 - 07.2003
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
  • Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, ensuring individualized instruction.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences and engagement.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.

Classroom Teacher

New York City Board of Education
01.1997 - 06.2000
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking.

Education

Master of Science/Sixth Year - Special Education/Bilingual Education

Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT
05-2007

Reading

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
05-2001

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT
12-1996

Skills

  • Structured Literacy
  • Coaching
  • Phonics instruction
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Teaching strategies
  • Reading intervention
  • Fluency instruction
  • Writing instruction
  • Reading comprehension
  • Vocabulary development
  • Instructional planning
  • Literacy program development
  • Program implementation

Accomplishments

    Middlebrook Elementary School Teacher of the Year - 2017

Certification


  • 005 - Classroom Teacher, Grades K - 6
  • 097 - Reading and Language Arts Consultant, Grades Pre-K - 12
  • 102 - Remedial Reading and Language Arts, Grades 1-6
  • 165 - Special Education: Comprehensive, Grades K - 12 (as of 7/1/2023 includes -Pre-K)


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Literacy Consultant

Trumbull Board of Education
07.2003 - Current

Classroom Teacher - Grades Three and Four

Bridgeport Board Of Education
07.2000 - 07.2003

Classroom Teacher

New York City Board of Education
01.1997 - 06.2000

Master of Science/Sixth Year - Special Education/Bilingual Education

Fairfield University

Reading

Southern Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Sacred Heart University

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