Jill Wieczorek
Kensington,CT
Summary
Forward-thinking individual with love of reading and dedication to educating students. Offering more than 24 years of assessing skills and enacting engaging lesson plans. Trained in Orton-Gillingham strategies including becoming a Trainer in Lively Letters. Excellent collaborator with all staff involved with students. Ready to teach and support others to support instruction with the Science of Reading and teach students to read.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Newington Public Schools
08.2011 - Current
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and targeted literacy instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced reading skills across subject areas.
- Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Developed strong relationships with students, creating a positive learning environment that encouraged active participation and growth.
- Assessed student progress regularly using various assessment tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in literacy education, applying new techniques in the classroom.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to differentiate lessons based on individual student needs, ensuring all learners had access to appropriate resources and support.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
First Grade Teacher
Newington Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Special Education Teacher
Newington Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2007
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Special Education Teacher
Berlin Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2003
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Education
No Degree - Teaching Strategies
Loyola Marymount University
OnlineMaster of Science - Reading
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Moderate Special Needs
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05.2000
Skills
Orton Gillingham Comprehensive Plus Course
Lively Letters Trainer and Instructor
Phonemic Awareness- Kilpatrick
Skilled in Administration and Scoring of Running Records, DIBELs 8, and other assessments for Reading
Additional Information
Soccer Coach 2000-2003 JV Berlin High school
2020-present travel soccer both boys and girls
Treasurer of Kensington Nursery School 2014-17
Certification
Orton Gillingham IMSE Comprehensive Plus Training Completion
Lively Letter Trainer and Educator
Timeline
Reading Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Newington Public Schools
08.2011 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Newington Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2011
Special Education Teacher
Newington Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2007
Special Education Teacher
Berlin Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2003
No Degree - Teaching Strategies
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Science - Reading
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Moderate Special Needs
Boston College
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