Nora Infante
Trumbull Board of Education
Milford,CT
1
Certification
31
years of professional experience
Professional literacy expert with experience in educational consulting and program development. Skilled in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and literacy assessment. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in achieving results. Known for effective communication, leadership, and fostering culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Work History
Literacy Consultant
20 Years 10 Months- Conducted assessments to identify students' literacy needs and tailored instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with educators to design engaging curriculum materials focused on improving literacy skills.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers to integrate effective literacy practices in classrooms.
- Developed and implemented literacy programs to enhance student reading proficiency.
- Analyzed student data to measure progress and inform instructional adjustments for improved outcomes.
- Led initiatives promoting family engagement in literacy activities, fostering community support for education goals.
- Mentored staff in best practices for literacy instruction, resulting in enhanced teaching effectiveness across the district.
- Actively participated in school improvement planning processes, focusing on enhancing overall literacy outcomes across grade levels.
- Advised administrators on appropriate resources and materials to create optimal learning environments that fostered student growth in reading and writing.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies for effective differentiation in the classroom, meeting diverse learners'' needs.
- Provided coaching and support to teachers, resulting in increased student achievement in reading and writing.
Classroom Teacher
9 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Assessed student progress using various evaluation methods to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning needs and engagement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
Education
Master of Science - Reading
092 Certification - Educational Administration
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Pschology
Skills
Literacy assessment
Assessment data analysis
Literacy program development
Phonics instruction
Reading intervention
Fluency instruction
Reading comprehension
Writing instruction
Vocabulary development
Instructional coaching
Literacy workshop
Parent engagement
Certification
Connecticut State Professional Educator Certification K-8
Connecticut State Professional Educator Certification 097 Reading Consultant Endorsement K-12
Connecticut State 092 certification
Timeline
Literacy Consultant
Trumbull Board of Education
08.2003 - 06.2024Read More
Classroom Teacher
Trumbull Board of Education
08.1993 - 06.2003Read More
Sacred Heart University
092 Certification from Educational Administration
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Hofstra University
Master of Science from Reading
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Hofstra University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education And Pschology
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