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Jessica Coletto

Curriculum & Instruction Facilitator
Algonquin,Illinois

Summary

Innovative Teacher Leader focused on engaging with students and educators to meet learning objectives and drive student progress. Committed to providing empowering leadership through building strong relationships and working collaboratively utilizing the strengths and talents of my team.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Curriculum & Instruction Facilitator

Big Hollow School District 38
Ingleside, United States
08.2022 - Current
  • Work collaboratively with district administrators, school-based leadership teams, and teachers to facilitate implementation of curriculum, instruction and assessment (CIA) best practices and implementation of multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) at the district and school levels
  • Help develop and refine approaches to effective teaching practices and whole school improvement
  • Meets the ongoing professional development requirements of a Teaching and Learning Coordinator
  • Provide leadership to professional learning communities (PLCs) throughout the district related to curriculum development and alignment to priority standards
  • Help coordinate district-wide articulation, coordination, and collaboration related to district teaching and learning goals
  • Provide leadership and support for strong core instruction and tier two / tier three interventions
  • Facilitate and support teams in analyzing student needs and identifying research-based interventions in alignment with the district MTSS model
  • Ensures a focus on inquiry, formative assessment, and technology integration
  • Provide leadership in program evaluation and data collection, focused on continuous improvement
  • Assists in the delivery of targeted professional development related to district and school improvement goals
  • May be called upon to co-teach or demonstrate instructional strategies within a classroom environment
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with families, staff, and community members.

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
Ingleside, United States
08.2017 - 08.2022
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student progress by administering district and classroom-based assessments and evaluating data to plan or adjust instruction to meet various student needs.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Planned lessons utilizing district curricular resources to differentiate instruction.
  • Collaborated with the grade level team and related service teachers to plan instruction to meet student needs.
  • Served as team leader and supported the team in action planning to meet school and district improvement goals.
  • Served as a 4th grade ELA lead to create ELA scope and sequence and develop assessments that align with grade level priority standards.

5th Grade Math Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
Ingleside, United States
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Provided meaningful math instruction using a guided math workshop model to differentiate based on student needs.
  • Implemented a new district curricular resource.
  • Integrated new technology to enhance instruction and engagement.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.

5th-8th Grade Spanish Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
Ingleside, United States
08.2013 - 08.2016
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Helped students develop language skills by providing authentic learning experiences using the target language.
  • Implemented curricular resources and developed a scope and sequence for grades 5-8.
  • Differentiated instruction to allow for students of all levels to develop language skills in the target language.
  • Created performance based assessments and rubrics in order to assess student language development in the target language.
  • Integrated opportunities for students to learn about the culture and history of the target language.

5th Grade Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
Ingleside, United States
08.2009 - 08.2013
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student progress by administering district and classroom-based assessments and evaluating data to plan or adjust instruction to meet various student needs.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Planned lessons utilizing district curricular resources to differentiate instruction.
  • Collaborated with the grade level team and related service teachers to plan instruction to meet student needs.
  • Served as team leader and supported the team in action planning to meet school and district improvement goals.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
08.2005 - 05.2009

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
03.2012 - 09.2013

No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language Endorsement

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
05.2001 -

Skills

Curriculum design

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Accomplishments

  • Member of the Building Leadership Team
  • Grade Level Leader-Lead team meetings, lead team in developing action plans aligned with school and district improvement goals
  • ELA Grade Level Representative-Scope & Sequence, Assessment Development
  • Presented to the School Board about the work being done to support Multilingual Learners and ensure curriculum and assessment equity.
  • Member of school PBIS team-Lead the Teaching Subcommittee to provide PD for staff and lessons for students to support SEL goals.

Timeline

Curriculum & Instruction Facilitator

Big Hollow School District 38
08.2022 - Current

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
08.2017 - 08.2022

5th Grade Math Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
08.2016 - 08.2017

5th-8th Grade Spanish Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
08.2013 - 08.2016

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

American College of Education
03.2012 - 09.2013

5th Grade Teacher

Big Hollow School District 38
08.2009 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Illinois State University
08.2005 - 05.2009

No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language Endorsement

National Louis University
05.2001 -
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