Gaetano Calise
Fields Auto Group
Northbrook
1
Certification
37
years of professional experience
Educator, trainer, and international speaker with over three decades of extensive expertise in independent schools, business, and administrative roles. Adept in program development, curriculum innovation, and leadership, leveraging skills in team building, conflict resolution, and community engagement to drive educational excellence. Passionate about fostering a collaborative learning environment and continuously enhancing teaching quality through innovative strategies.
Work History
Training Manager
1 Year 5 MonthsDirector of Middle School
12 Years- Led curriculum development, enhancing student engagement and academic performance.
- Managed faculty teams, fostering a collaborative environment and improving teaching quality.
- Implemented innovative programs, resulting in measurable improvements in student outcomes.
- Addressed student needs, creating a supportive atmosphere and reducing behavioral issues.
- Streamlined administrative processes, achieving significant operational efficiency.
- Led strategic initiatives to transform middle school curriculum, fostering innovation and critical thinking among students and faculty.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with parents, teachers, and administrators to create a supportive learning environment for middle school students.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to enhance student performance, resulting in notable improvements in standardized test scores and academic outcomes.
- Mentored and developed a team of educators, fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality instruction for middle school students.
- Spearheaded transformative middle school initiatives, fostering innovation and critical thinking among students and faculty.
- Pioneered curriculum development, boosting student engagement and academic performance through creative teaching methods.
Middle School Director
12 YearsElementary Director
20 YearsOwner
2 YearsEducation
B.S.
M.S.
Graduate AMI Montessori Education
AMI Adolescent Orientation
Skills
Program Development (Experienced)
Conflict Resolution (Experienced)
Leadership (Experienced)
Classroom Management (Expert)
Team Building (Experienced)
Curriculum Development (Experienced)
Public Speaking (Experienced)
Community Building (Experienced)
Staff Management (Skillful)
Sales (Skillful)
Marketing (Skillful)
Certification
- Conflict Management/Resolution/Mediation Northwestern University
- Parenting Leadership/Coaching Certification John Rosemond Parenting Institute
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Business Manager
- Alumni Liaison
- Advisory Board - Countryside Day School
- Board Member - White Gate Montessori Land School
- ISACS Consultant
- MTIPS Speaker/Presenter/Consultant
- Teacher/Parent Liaison
Timeline
Training Manager
Fields Auto Group
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Director of Middle School
Countryside Day School
01.2012 - 01.2024Read More
Middle School Director
Countryside Day School
01.2012 - 01.2024Read More
Owner
Team Performance Auto
01.2004 - 01.2006Read More
Elementary Director
Countryside Day School
01.1990 - 01.2010Read More
AMI Adolescent Orientation
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DePaul University
M.S.
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Illinois State
B.S.
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Washinton Montessori Institute
Graduate AMI Montessori Education
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