Claudia Tozzatto
Nine Mile Point,LA
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong background in academic leadership, curriculum development, and supporting the educational needs of emotionally and academically challenged students. Ready to leverage my expertise in education, teacher development, and student-centered leadership to contribute as a Director of Education, ensuring academic excellence and holistic student growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Middle School Teacher
Success at Thurgood Marshall
New Orleans, LA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed curriculum for Newcomers Academy Program for non English speakers.
- Assisted students and families in accessing essential social and health services, ensuring timely support and resources to meet their needs.
- Supported students in building language skills that enhance their academic performance, while also addressing their emotional and behavioral needs.
- Collaborated with Director of Education to develop and implement IEPs, IAPs and provide tailored academic and emotional support for students with diverse learning needs.
Teacher Fellow Leader
JPPSS
Metairie, LA
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Created safe and inclusive work environment of respect to promote positive teaching experience for teacher and assistance with diverse backgrounds
- Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
504 Coordinator
JPPSS
Harvey, LA
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IAPs
- Facilitated IAP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
ESL Middle School Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
Harvey, LA
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Adapted existing curriculum to fulfill needs of ESL students
- Designed targeted educational programs to fit needs of various groups
- Adapted and created lesson plans to differentiate various levels.
Lead Teacher/Curriculum Developer
International School of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Chose and created optimum curriculum for various grade levels to meet requirements and needs of different learners
- Guided over 10 teachers in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions
- Facilitated new employee orientations to foster positive team attitude.
Assistant Principal
International School of Louisiana
Metairie, LA
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Supervised and evaluated over 30 teachers and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development
- Managed school administration operations and performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates.
Lead Spanish Immersion Teacher
International School Of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA
08.2004 - 07.2013
- Held teacher responsibilities as well as administrative duties
- Observed teachers in classroom to determine sources of frustration and possible solutions
- Offered direction in areas like course planning, professional development, educational services, standardized testing improvement or other subjects.
Education
Certification in English as a Second Language -
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA07.2016
Master of Arts: Romance Languages, Span./Portug. -
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05.2008
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education -
University of Holy Cross
New Orleans, LA05.2004
Skills
- Academic Leadership & Teacher Supervision
- Curriculum Development & Accomodations
- Classroom Management & Behavioral Support
- Parent & Stakeholder Communication
Certification
- Louisiana Certification in Elementary grades, 1-8
- ESL certified
Timeline
ESL Middle School Teacher
Success at Thurgood Marshall
08.2023 - Current
Teacher Fellow Leader
JPPSS
08.2022 - 07.2023
504 Coordinator
JPPSS
08.2022 - 07.2023
ESL Middle School Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
08.2018 - 07.2023
Lead Teacher/Curriculum Developer
International School of Louisiana
08.2014 - 06.2018
Assistant Principal
International School of Louisiana
08.2013 - 07.2014
Lead Spanish Immersion Teacher
International School Of Louisiana
08.2004 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education -
University of Holy Cross
Certification in English as a Second Language -
Tulane University
Master of Arts: Romance Languages, Span./Portug. -
University of New Orleans