Richelle Fiorito
Teacher
Mount Prospect,IL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL at elementary and middle school grade levels for students from different cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and growth. Equipped with a background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary/Middle School ESL Teacher
Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401
Elmwood Park, IL
08.2020 - Current
- Provided supportive, nurturing learning environment to encourage student responsibility.
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills.
- Administered language and academic assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
6th Grade Teacher
Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401
Elmwood Park, IL
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Cultivated and maintained open lines of communication with students and parents concerning students' academic, social and behavioral progress.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Collaborated with co-teacher and team members and determined instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements.
5th Grade Teacher
Forest Park School District 91
Forest Park, IL
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Departmentalized, providing Reading and Social Studies instruction aligned with CCSS
- Collaborated with 5th grade team to deliver effective daily targeted intervention block for 5th grade students
- Analyze data to monitor students’ progress and drive instruction using Fast Bridge, ReadyGen and reading running records.
- Adapting instruction to make it accessible to gifted students, ELL students and insuring IEP and 504 plans were met.
- Designing and implementing strategies for application of 21st century skills.
- Created trusting atmosphere and celebrated students’ strengths, personal learning styles, and personalities
ESL Teacher
Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401
Elmwood Park, IL
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Instructed ELL sheltered classes including newcomer through expanding level students
- Co-taught 7th and 8th grade Language Arts classes including Bridging ELL students.
- Collaborated with Language Arts, Science and Social Studies teachers to guide instruction for ELL students following CCSS.
- Developed and implemented reading and language arts curriculum utilizing SIOP model to effectively teach ELLs of all ability levels.
- Administered the WIDA On-Line Screener and ACCESS 2.0 test.
- Created trusting atmosphere and celebrated students’ strengths, personal learning styles, and personalities.
Elementary ESL Teacher
Arlington Heights School District 25
Arlington Heights, IL
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Provided pull-out support for small groups of ELL students, grade K-5
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to guide instruction following CCSS and workshop models
- Developed and implemented reading and language arts curriculum utilizing the SIOP model to effectively teach ELLs of all ability levels
- Led effective small groups in Guided Reading strategies and Writer’s Workshop
- Administered the MODEL, ACCESS 2.0 and W-APT screener
- Created trusting atmosphere and celebrated students’ strengths, personal learning styles, and personalities
- Taught third grade Summer University for three years; developed and implemented math, reading and language arts lessons to prepare ELLs for the next academic year
- Led ¾ multi-age classroom; planned and executed lessons aligned with CCSS
Education
Masters of Education - Education
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL 08.2003 - 12.2005
English As A Second Language Endorsement - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Illinois Resource Center
Arlington Heights 06.2008 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL 08.1991 - 12.1993
Skills
WIDA Certified
undefinedTimeline
Elementary/Middle School ESL Teacher
Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401
08.2020 - Current
6th Grade Teacher
Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401
08.2019 - 05.2020
5th Grade Teacher
Forest Park School District 91
08.2018 - 06.2019
ESL Teacher
Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401
08.2017 - 05.2018
Elementary ESL Teacher
Arlington Heights School District 25
08.2014 - 06.2017
English As A Second Language Endorsement - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Illinois Resource Center
06.2008 - 09.2009
Masters of Education - Education
Roosevelt University
08.2003 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Northern Illinois University
08.1991 - 12.1993
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