Felicia Rizzo
Kittanning,PA
Summary
Experienced cyber charter and elementary educator with 18+ years of teaching experience, including extensive online instruction. Expertise includes virtual lesson design, MTSS interventions, data-driven instruction, and differentiated learning for diverse student populations. Highly organized, tech-proficient, and committed to student engagement and achievement in synchronous and asynchronous environments.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Education Teacher
Agora Cyber Charter School
11.2019 - 12.2025
- Design and deliver synchronous and asynchronous cyber instruction for full classes, small groups, and individual learners
- Analyze student data to drive instruction and communicate progress with families and administrators
- Develop and implement MTSS intervention plans for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students
- Differentiate instruction to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
- Prepare students for state and standardized assessments
Online ESL Teacher
VIPKID
04.2017 - 11.2019
- Provide individualized virtual English instruction to international students
- Adapt lessons to varying language proficiency levels and learning styles
Substitute Teacher
Source4Teachers / ESS
08.2016 - 11.2019
- Implement lesson plans and deliver instruction across grade levels
- Support classroom management and instructional continuity
3rd Grade Teacher
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Planned and delivered standards-aligned instruction in ELA and core subjects
- Used formative and summative assessments to track student growth
- Prepared students for standardized testing
Substitute Teacher
Armstrong School District
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Provided instruction across multiple grade levels and maintained classroom routines
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Grades 4 & 6)
Karns City School District
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Delivered curriculum-aligned instruction and supported test readiness
Education
Master of Education -
Southern New Hampshire University
12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
05-2006
Skills
- Virtual Instruction & Classroom Management
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- MTSS & Intervention Planning
- Data Tracking & Progress Monitoring
- Differentiated & Personalized Learning
- Family Communication & Documentation
- Synchronous & Asynchronous Teaching
- Phonics instruction
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
Affiliations
American Battlefield and Trust
Friends of Gettysburg
Elks BPOE #203
NEA
PSEA
Certification
- Pennsylvania Level II Teaching Certificate
- TESOL 120-Hour Certificate
- Georgia Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Elementary Education Teacher
Agora Cyber Charter School
11.2019 - 12.2025
Online ESL Teacher
VIPKID
04.2017 - 11.2019
Substitute Teacher
Source4Teachers / ESS
08.2016 - 11.2019
3rd Grade Teacher
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
01.2015 - 01.2016
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Grades 4 & 6)
Karns City School District
01.2007 - 01.2008
Substitute Teacher
Armstrong School District
01.2006 - 01.2010
Master of Education -
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Activities
- Summa Cum Laude
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Member, American Battlefield Trust
- Attendee, National Teacher Institute
- Member, Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks #203
- Volunteer, Elks Kids Club