Gabriella De Felice
Summary
Evidence-based reading interventionist focused on accelerating literacy development through targeted instruction and collaboration. Experienced in diagnostic assessment, progress monitoring, and implementing the Science of Reading to close achievement gaps.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Interventionist
School District of Brown Deer
Brown Deer, WI, United States
08.2025 - Current
- Design and implement Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading interventions aligned with Wisconsin Act 20 and the Science of Reading framework.
- Utilize diagnostic assessments (MAP Fluency, Aimsweb, PAST, UFLI placement tests) to identify student needs and monitor progress weekly.
- Deliver daily small-group and individualized instruction in phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension using UFLI Foundations, HD Word, Heggerty and other evidence-based literacy practices.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, special educators, and administrators to align interventions with core curriculum and ensure equitable literacy support.
- Maintain detailed data tracking systems and communicate progress to staff and families to support data-driven decision making.
- Provide professional development and coaching support for early literacy practices across K–3 classrooms.
8th Grade ELA Teacher
School District of Brown Deer
Brown Deer, WI, United States
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Facilitated and Implemented Lucy Calkins for 2022-2023 School Year
- Facilitated and Implemented Springboard Curriculum for 2023-2025 School Years
- Collaborated with administrators on behavioral issues to support students' needs
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers relative to course study
7th Grade ELA Teacher and Social Studies
Carmen Schools Of Science and Technology
Milwaukee, United States
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Implemented Performance Based Assessments and Standard Based Grading
- Increased 20.59% of students growth by 5 points in NWEA MAP Reading Scores
- Served as advisor to support students' individual academic goals and ensure that quality of student life is consistent with mission and objectives
- Facilitated and implemented Wit + Wisdom Great Minds Curriculum
- Collaborated with administrators on behavioral issues to support students' needs
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers relative to course study
ELA Student Teacher
Greenfield High School
Greenfield, Wisconsin
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Planned and executed unit plans 9th -12th grade.
- Multi-Grade: Established effective rapport and motivated students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide solid foundation for further education in accordance with each student's ability.
- Facilitated & planned Reading/Writing Workshops using Kate Roberts framework A Novel Approach.
- Implemented Performance Based Assessments and Standard Based Grading.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
Library Assistant
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Maintained circulation desk for lending periodicals and books to patrons.
- Educated patrons on use of reference sources, card catalogs and automated information systems.
Curriculum Director/ Program Leader
Kenilworth Park District
Kenilworth, IL
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Designed/delivered curriculum/program activities.
- Managed 20+Counselors/200+ Campers 2nd-6th.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Majors in Secondary Education & English
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI01-2020
Masters of Arts in Education + Reading 316 License - Education
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI08-2025
Skills
- Reading License 316
- Analyzing & Implementing Data into Classrooms
- Phonics Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- IEP Familiarity
- Progress Monitoring & Intervention Design
- Individualized & Small-Group Instruction
- Collaboration & Team Leadership
- Service to Others
- Orton-gillingham approach
- Student records management
- Vocabulary building
Certification
- English Language Arts Grades 5-12: Illinois PEL License: 2483741 Issued: Jan 2020
- English Language Arts Grades 6-12: Wisconsin PEL License 1001358935 Issued: Jan 2020
- 316 Reading License Issued: July 2025
- Masters of Arts in Education Issued: July 2025
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
School District of Brown Deer
08.2025 - Current
8th Grade ELA Teacher
School District of Brown Deer
08.2022 - 05.2025
7th Grade ELA Teacher and Social Studies
Carmen Schools Of Science and Technology
08.2020 - 05.2022
ELA Student Teacher
Greenfield High School
09.2019 - 02.2020
Curriculum Director/ Program Leader
Kenilworth Park District
05.2016 - 08.2018
Library Assistant
Marquette University
01.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Majors in Secondary Education & English
Marquette University
Masters of Arts in Education + Reading 316 License - Education
Viterbo University