Marlene Di Liddo
Macomb,USA
Summary
Educator with a strong background in fostering bilingual language learning through dynamic lesson plans and innovative technology integration. Experienced in creating engaging learning environments that enhance student motivation and success while maintaining effective parent communication to support student progress.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
EDU STAFF
Grand Rapids, MI
09.2019 - Current
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-12 classes, managing class assignments, student needs and recordkeeping in absence of regular teacher.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Sustained conducive learning environments, enhancing student engagement and participation.
- Upheld classroom routines to foster positive student environments and ensure consistent schedules.
- Secured emotionally and physically safe atmospheres, promoting student well-being and focus.
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Avondale School District
Rochester Hills, MI
08.1996 - 06.2006
- Creatively instructed level one Spanish to 7th and 8th grade students, with oral, written and aural styles of learning.
- Assigned and evaluated class assignments and projects tailored to various levels of language learners, fostering individual growth.
- Administered and graded tests to assess students' progress through traditional and innovative evaluation methods.
- Maintained effective communication with parents/guardians through phone calls, emails and in-person scheduled appointments to discuss students’ progress and classroom behavior.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information about language and culture.
- Planned field trips for students to enhance their knowledge of Hispanic culture.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools to support students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Education
Recertification of Michigan Professional Certificate -
Teaching Channel
10-2025
Master of Arts - Reading and Language Arts
Oakland University
Rochester, MI08-2003
Secondary Education Certification -
Oakland University
Rochester, MI06-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, English
Oakland University
Rochester, MI04-1994
Skills
- Inventive lesson plan implementation
- Rapport building with students and colleagues
- On-going parent/guardian communication
- Dynamic educational technology integration
- Clear and attainable goal setting
- Student motivation
- Sound judgment
- Records management
- Safety awareness
- Student discussion facilitation in target language
- Verbal and written communication in target language
- Positive reinforcement
- Differentiated instruction
- Affirmative behavior modeling
- Creative and effective problem solving
- Innovative literacy strategies
- Multiple assessment techniques
- Individual and group student instruction
- Team curriculum development
- Fluent in Spanish, Italian and English
- Accessible bilingual communication
- Resourceful department collaboration
- Student tutoring
- Proactive classroom management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of teachers at Avondale Middle School for the development of obtaining the Blue-Ribbon School certification.
- Interviewer, along with school administrators, for new world language teachers.
- Evaluation facilitator for incoming Hispanic students at Woodland Elementary (located in Avondale School District).
- Created and led the International Club for students as an extra-curricular based activity that benefited and celebrated diverse cultures of students and their families in the Avondale Community School District.
- Current member of ACTFL(American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and MIWLA(Michigan World Language Association).
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
EDU STAFF
09.2019 - Current
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Avondale School District
08.1996 - 06.2006
Recertification of Michigan Professional Certificate -
Teaching Channel
Master of Arts - Reading and Language Arts
Oakland University
Secondary Education Certification -
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, English
Oakland University