Roseanne Puzzello
Summary
Organized middle school teacher up-to-date on latest curriculum and resources. Implements new teaching methods, as well as educational software and Internet programs. Works to develop and promote interactive learning within group environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
08.2015 - Current
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Used teacher created tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
ENL Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
08.2003 - 05.2015
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create culturally-sensitive learning environment.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
Director of Membership Services
Chapel Hill United Methodist Ch
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
05.2000 - 10.2008
- Continually maintained and improved church's reputation and positive image in markets served.
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails and other collateral.
- Built and strengthened strategic relationships with vendors, advertising agencies and leading church partners.
- Developed and executed programs to enhance membership engagement
- Organized and led training and instructional activities
District Instructional Coach
Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis, United States
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Developed and delivered district mandated professional development to staff and multiple elementary locations.
- Collaborated with teachers to create and model intentional lessons focused on the needs of English Language Learners.
- Worked with colleagues to rewrite ENL program state standards for grades 1-6.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.2003
Skills
- Self-Contained Classrooms
- Hands-On Learning
- Lesson Planning Expertise
- Employee Training
- Administrative Support
- Verbal Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Behavior Management
- Response to Intervention Understanding
- Professional Development
- Technical Support
- Policy Management
Accomplishments
- Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students as Teacher of the Year, Above and Beyond the Call of Duty Award, and Hubbard Award semi-finalist.
- Facilitated one-on-one academic assistance for at-risk students through lunch tutorial sessions, after school tutorial sessions and Saturday school.
- Established and coached multiple teams in a variety of sports, working with community programs to travel to various competitions around the area.
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
District Instructional Coach
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2006 - 05.2007
ENL Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2015
Director of Membership Services
Chapel Hill United Methodist Ch
05.2000 - 10.2008
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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