MARGUERITE COLAIZZI
Sandusky,Ohio
Summary
Experienced Middle Grades Teacher with highly developed computer skills and in-depth experience using technology in classroom to maximize learning. Committed to engaging students and enhancing learning by applying differentiated instructional techniques.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
TRECA Digital Academy
01.2015 - Current
- Delivered synchronous and asynchronous instruction through digital learning platforms with consistent student engagement.
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners, including students requiring intervention or enrichment.
- Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes.
- Provided daily one-to-one and small group support to enhance student understanding and address individual learning needs.
- Communicated regularly with families to support student progress, expectations, and accountability.
- Collaborated with grade-level teams to align curriculum, pacing, and instructional practices.
4th Grade Teacher
Sandusky Central Catholic School
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using a variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles and behavioral needs within assigned grade level.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
K-6 Reading/Math Intervention Tutor
Sandusky Central Catholic School
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Delivered targeted reading and math interventions aligned with classroom instruction and student skill gaps.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify areas of improvement and tailor interventions for individual student needs.
- Reinforced literacy and numeracy foundations through small-group and one-on-one tutoring.
Education
Bachelor Plus for Middle Grades Teacher Licensure -
Ashland University
Elyria, OHBachelor of Arts - Media Management And TV Production
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OHSkills
- Instructional design
- Curriculum development
- Student support and engagement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Data analysis
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
5-Year Professional Middle Childhood (4-9) License, 2022
- Language Arts/Reading and Science
- Mathematics and Social Studies Generalist (4-6) Endorsement
Ohio Non-Tax License (K-12), 2012
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
TRECA Digital Academy
01.2015 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Sandusky Central Catholic School
01.2012 - 01.2015
K-6 Reading/Math Intervention Tutor
Sandusky Central Catholic School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor Plus for Middle Grades Teacher Licensure -
Ashland University
Bachelor of Arts - Media Management And TV Production
Bowling Green State University
Additional Experience
- Culturally Responsive Schools Committee
- Coding for Girls Club
- 5th and 6th grade Academic Challenge advisor
- Community School Leadership Team Committee past member
- Leader In Me Lighthouse Team
- Sandusky Central Catholic Common Core Committee
- Volunteer Mentor for adolescents at Erie County Juvenile Justice Center
- School Based Mentoring Coordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County
Professional Development
- Understanding by Design
- Common Core for Mathematical Proficiency
- PBIS – It Takes the Whole Building
- Problem Solving and Visual Representation in Math
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
- High-Quality Student Data Connections to Assessment Literacy
- Marzano Vocabulary Training and Workshops
- Leader In Me Certified
- Project-Based Learning Workshop
- Linking the School and Community for Student Academic Success