Sallianne Norelli
WRITER. EDITOR. EDUCATOR.
PORTFOLIO AT NORELLI.ME,CT
PORTFOLIO
Norelli.me
Quote
"If you can read, you can do anything!"
Goal
To transition from being a dedicated, enthusiastic classroom teacher to being a dynamic, creative contributor once again in the new media/publishing industry.
Summary
Well-spoken, enthusiastic word lover with seven years of primary elementary teaching experience and over 20 years of professional writing experience. Detail-oriented literacy advocate, published children's book author, copywriter and editor. Deadline-driven team player able to juggle numerous projects. Personal library of over 1,000 picture books. Avid reader of all genres.
Volunteering
Volunteering with causes that promote animal wellness and longevity are very dear to my heart. I have volunteered time to write web and print materials, maintain social media accounts for dog rescues, fostered dogs, organized adoption events and brought fostered adoptable pets to try to get them adopted that day. I excitedly encourage anyone who will listen about adopting senior animals who deserve it most.
Why You'll Like Me
- I'm trustworthy
- I always do more than asked
- I help other people
- I show up ready
- I do what I say I'm going to do
- I'm friendly and kind
- I have innovative ideas galore
- I am a dog rescuer
Published Books
Ed Can Help, Fisher-Price Ready Readers, 2002
The More the Merrier, Abrams, 2002
The Jazz Jamboree, Abrams, 2002
The Fib, Abrams, 2002
Is it an Earthquake?, Abrams, 2002
The Opposite Obstacle Course, Abrams, 2002
The Letter People ABC's, Abrams, 2001
Certification
- CT and WA state Current Elementary Education Teacher Licenses, K-6 - 013
Education
Social Emotional Artistic Learning Teaching Cert - Social Emotional Learning
Adams State University
Alamosa, COAdvanced Professional Graduate Certificate in Literacy For The Classroom Teacher K-8 - Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MAMasters of Science - Elementary Education
University of Bridgeport
B.A. - English (Literature and Writing) and Fine Arts
Fairfield University
Work History
Kindergarten & First Grade Teacher
WA And CT Elementary Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Inspired little learners as they made their way into the world of literacy and math
- Planned and taught lessons implementing the Common Core State Standards
- During COVID taught both online and in person
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
- Delivered structured lessons on phonics, language skills, literature, math, science and social studies
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development
- Taught remedial literacy skills (comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, writing, phonics, etc.)
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs
- Established instructional practices driven by data
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress
In House & Freelance Copywriter and Editor
Freelance
06.1991 - 08.2015
- Two decades of experience as a professional writer, editor and content creator
- Digital and print experience
- Worked on site full time and freelance with corporate clients including Abrams Publishers/The Letter People, Amazon, Purina, Norelco, Philips Electronics, Taunton Press, Hearst Magazines, Hasbro, Ethan Allen Interiors, small and large businesses, and non-profits
- Wrote and edited catalogs, marketing materials, press kits, product packaging, instruction books, children's books, teaching materials and sell sheets
- Helped launch new products and refresh existing ones
- Handled entire social media presence for companies
- Reviewed and edited content for correct grammar and style
- Collaborated with designers to create polished, attractive product
- Recommended copy edits based on knowledge of target audience and internal and external style guides
- Produced clear, concise and accurate content to reflect tone and level of authority appropriate to content
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content
Skills
- Content Generation
- Marketing and advertising strategies
- Brand messaging
- Marketing communications expertise
- Storytelling
- Print Collateral
- Social Media Content
- Email Marketing
- Editing and review
- Unique content creation
- Team contribution
- Public Relations Campaigns
- Articulate communications
Curriculums & Programs Used
- CKLA/Amplify
- Heggerty
- Fundations
- Choose Love
- Engage NY Math
- Pax Good Behavior Game
- Character Strong
- ReadyGEN ELA
- IReady Math and Reading
- Mystery Science
- StoryTown
- Clever
- Wix Website Builder
- WordPress
- Go Noodle
- Epic!
- Frontline
- Powerschool
- Adobe InDesign
- Canva
- Procreate
- G Suite
- Google Meet
- Google Classroom
- Zoom
- Skyward
- Peardeck
- Screencastify
- Blackboard
- Not afraid of any new technology!
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