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Jennifer A. Colucci

Fairfield,CT

Summary

Knowledgeable Literacy Consultant with strong foundation in structured literacy, coaching techniques and curriculum development.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Literacy Consultant

Trumbull Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Provided structured literacy instruction to small groups of students in grades K-3 and worked as an instructional coach with classroom teachers K-3

  • Assessed student progress regularly through both formal and informal assessments, informing instructional adjustments as needed.
  • Implemented research-based instructional strategies for effective differentiation in the classroom, meeting diverse learners' needs.
  • Served as an integral member of the school's leadership team, influencing decisions related to literacy programming and support services.
  • Conducted professional development workshops focused on enhancing educators'' understanding of literacy instruction.
  • Provided coaching and support to teachers, resulting in increased student achievement in reading and writing.


Fourth Grade Teacher

Daniels Farm School
09.1995 - 06.2021
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.
  • Served as Student Council Advisor, 5 years
  • Teacher representative to interviewing team

Clinician

Southern CT State University Reading Clinic
Sep2000 - 05.2001
  • Conducted diagnostic evaluations and developed remedial reading and language arts programs based on individual student needs.
  • Administered and analyzed assessment tools such as Gallistel Ellis, Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test, Informal Reading Inventories, Running Records, and Phonemic Awareness Screenings.
  • Set short and long-term student goals based on diagnostic information.
  • Devised appropriate semester and session plans.
  • Composed and presented case study reports.

Education

Sixth Year Reading Program -

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
05.2002

Masters of Arts in Teaching -

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT
05.1995

Bachelor of Science Degree - Elementary Education

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05.1994

Certification

  • Literacy Consultant
  • Remedial Reading and Language Arts Specialist
  • Provisional Educator, K-6


Timeline

Literacy Consultant

Trumbull Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Fourth Grade Teacher

Daniels Farm School
09.1995 - 06.2021

Clinician

Southern CT State University Reading Clinic
Sep2000 - 05.2001

Sixth Year Reading Program -

Southern Connecticut State University

Masters of Arts in Teaching -

Sacred Heart University

Bachelor of Science Degree - Elementary Education

University of Connecticut