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Erin Manzi

Wakefield,MA

Summary

Dedicated educational leader who fosters a collaborative and inclusive school culture focused on student learning and teacher growth. Experienced in facilitating team-based decision-making, supporting effective instructional practices, and creating environments where all students and educators can thrive. Passionate about education, equity, and building strong relationships that inspire continuous improvement.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

World Language Curriculum Coordinator

Wakefield Public Schools
09.2017 - Current
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to world language teachers, supporting their professional growth and helping them improve instructional practices aligned with curriculum goals.
  • Facilitated professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on analyzing student data, sharing instructional strategies, and designing curriculum-aligned performance tasks to improve student outcomes.
  • Led professional development initiatives to support instructional practices aligned with school and district goals, promoting consistency, collaboration, and teacher efficacy.
  • Served on instructional leadership teams at the middle and high school levels to support the implementation of school improvement plans, collaborating with curriculum leaders and administrators to align instructional priorities and promote continuous schoolwide growth.
  • Directed a multi-year curriculum review process to align instructional resources and practices with the Massachusetts World Language Standards, enhancing student engagement and ensuring vertical alignment across grade levels.

Spanish Teacher

Wakefield Public Schools
09.1998 - 09.2017


  • Designed and implemented engaging, proficiency-based Spanish curriculum aligned with ACTFL standards, fostering student growth in interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills.
  • Led department initiatives to develop common assessments and grading practices, promoting consistency in measuring language proficiency and supporting instructional equity.
  • Served as a mentor teacher and cooperating teacher, supporting the development of new educators through modeling best practices, providing feedback, and fostering collaborative reflection

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Salem State University
Salem, MA
05-2001

Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Spanish

Keene State College
Keene, NH
05-1994

Skills

  • Educational leadership
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • Instructional coaching
  • Collaborative problem-solving

Certification

  • Special Education 5-12
  • Spanish 5-12
  • Orton Gillingham Certified Educator

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

World Language Curriculum Coordinator

Wakefield Public Schools
09.2017 - Current

Spanish Teacher

Wakefield Public Schools
09.1998 - 09.2017

Master of Science - Special Education

Salem State University

Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Spanish

Keene State College