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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
Computer/ Technology Skills
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CHRISTINA RINZIVILLO

East Hanover,NJ

Summary

Experienced and highly skilled Educator with a proven track record in curriculum enhancement and effective course planning. Demonstrated expertise in selecting and implementing curriculum programs, delivering skilled instruction, and engaging presentations. Over 20 years of experience in the education field, bringing a high level of organization and thoroughness to work. Transferable skills include multitasking, leadership, and utilizing backward design principles to create impactful curriculum.

Overview

20
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Pearson

STANDARDIZED TEST SCORER
04.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Successfully completed training to score1000+ state test questions effectively
  • Scored over1000 questions in a timely manner
  • Surpassed general scoring requirements to earn bonuses
  • Responded to candidates to offer guidance to correct mistakes
  • Evaluated student responses against a criteria
  • Maintained strict attention to detail while reviewing complex written answers from students across various subject disciplines

North Arlington Board Of Education

CURRICULUM EDITOR AND DEVELOPER
06.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Added additional learning experiences to district curriculum to enhance learning experiences for500+ learners
  • Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact
  • Condensed district curriculum into easy to manage templates for30+ staff members
  • Aligned state standards to the current curriculum over a4 week span for10+ staff members
  • Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty
  • Promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills through introduction of project-based learning activities

North Arlington Board Of Education

GRADE LEVEL TEAM LEADER/New Teacher Mentor
09.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Mentored5+ teachers to ensure successful acclamation to the school setting
  • Collaborated with support staff such as counselors, special education specialists, and paraprofessionals to provide comprehensive services for students within the grade level team
  • Developed clear expectations for team members and maintained accountability through regular check-ins and progress reports
  • Advised new teachers within the grade level, providing guidance on classroom management techniques and curriculum implementation
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating project-based learning opportunities that allowed students to apply knowledge in real-world contexts
  • Trained10+ teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification
  • Encouraged10+ team members to verify student grades, attendance and schedules in a timely manner
  • Provided guidance on curriculum development and implementation for the grade level
  • Reviewed3+ new programs, or recommended modifications to existing programs
  • Monitored student performance data, identifying trends and areas for improvement in both teaching methods and curriculum content
  • Aligned curriculum goals with state standards, ensuring consistency in instruction across all classrooms within the grade level team

North Arlington Board Of Education

MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER
09.2004 - Current

Job overview

  • Planned and provided a clear and intentionally focused course and curriculum based on individual learners' goals for100+ learners using state standards, subject matter content, and district curriculum
  • Coordinated and collaborated with15+ faculty members during lesson plan development
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep100+ students engaged
  • Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding of scientific concepts
  • Utilized data analysis tools to track student performance on tests, quizzes and other assignments related to science topics

Mailbox Magazine

AUTHOR
09.2005 - 06.2006

Job overview

  • Coordinated with graphic designers on cover designs that accurately represent the narrative
  • Created lesson plans for print

Education

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN

Master of Science from STEM Education

University Overview

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, US

BACHELOR OF ARTS from ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
01.2005

University Overview

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ

MASTERS OF EDUCATION
01.2004

University Overview

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction that ensures engagement
  • Intrapersonal Skills-Active listening, leadership, teamwork, dependability
  • Evaluate lesson planning to understand learning impact
  • Curriculum understanding and alignment to standards
  • Varied use of instructional strategies to ensure understanding and engagement
  • Curriculum Planning and Implementation
  • Instructional Plan Development
  • Special Education curriculum experience-modifying lessons to meet needs
  • Classroom Management Problem-solving, time-management, ability to work under pressure, organization, and multi-tasking
  • Emotional Intelligence- Resolve conflicts, understand other people's perspective, motivate and lead

Certification

STEM Certified (2023)

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

Received the teacher of the year award based on a rigid district set of standards.

Timeline

STANDARDIZED TEST SCORER
Pearson
04.2022 - Current
CURRICULUM EDITOR AND DEVELOPER
North Arlington Board Of Education
06.2021 - Current
GRADE LEVEL TEAM LEADER/New Teacher Mentor
North Arlington Board Of Education
09.2017 - Current
AUTHOR
Mailbox Magazine
09.2005 - 06.2006
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER
North Arlington Board Of Education
09.2004 - Current
American College of Education
Master of Science from STEM Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey
BACHELOR OF ARTS from ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Montclair State University
MASTERS OF EDUCATION

Computer/ Technology Skills

Computer/ Technology Skills

Google Classroom Proficient

Google Suite Proficient

Canva Proficient

Realtime Grading Portal knowledgeable

Promethium Board Proficient

Ixl Classroom Implementation Proficient

CHRISTINA RINZIVILLO