Renata Zislis
Melville
Summary
ENL Teacher and experienced NYSITELL Screener with a strong background in language development and student assessment. Proven ability to administer the New York State Identification Test for English Language Learners (NYSITELL), ensure compliance with NYSED protocols, and support accurate ENL placement. Skilled in student data management and record flagging in Infinite Campus.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
NYSITELL Screener
Westbury Middle School
09.2008 - Current
- Administer the New York State Identification Test for English Language Learners (NYSITELL) to assess incoming students' English proficiency
- Evaluate student performance across speaking, listening, reading, and writing domains
- Accurately score and documented results in alignment with New York State guidelines
- Enter and flag student records in Infinite Campus to ensure proper ENL identification and placement
- Collaborate with teachers and administrative staff to support appropriate ENL services and student placement
ENL Teacher
Westbury Middle School
09.1999 - Current
- Design and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse language needs.
- Foster inclusive classroom environments promoting cultural awareness and respect.
- Utilize assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate English language learning across the curriculum.
- Increase language fluency by providing individualized support and differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
- Co-teach in inclusion classrooms using push-in model
Education
Master of Science - TESOL
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NYBachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/Russian
University At Albany
Albany, NYSkills
- Language Acquisition Strategies
- NYSITELL & NYSESLAT Administration
- Data Analysis & Student Placement
- Co-Teaching
- Infinite Campus
Timeline
NYSITELL Screener
Westbury Middle School
09.2008 - Current
ENL Teacher
Westbury Middle School
09.1999 - Current
Master of Science - TESOL
Hofstra University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/Russian
University At Albany