English Teacher Education

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Charles Colozzi, M.A.

609-***-**** adsa3i@r.postjobfree.com

English Teacher

A dedicated and empathetic secondary education teacher with 15+ years of classroom and instructional experience; well- versed in implementing instructional programs that guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Experienced in meeting the needs of at-risk students and creating a stimulating and challenging learning environment, conducive to the highest level of achievement. Available to sub 5 days a week; able and willing to travel. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

State of New Jersey Secondary School English Certification (In process) Theology of the Body Institute Theology of the Body & The New Evangelization (pending) Saint Charles Seminary M.A.; Systematic Theology Magna Cum Laude Seton Hall University B.A., Liberal Arts with a minor in Philosophy Magna Cum Laude PASTORAL MINISTRY

St. Gabriel the Archangel, Carney’s Point, NJ - Pastor 2013 – 7/2022 St. Mary, Gloucester City, NJ - Part Time Parochial Vicar 2011 – 2013 Hand To Hand Mission to Haiti 4/2010 & 4/2011

St. Joseph, Somers Point, NJ - Parochial Vicar 2004 – 2005 Holy Family, Sewell, NJ - Parochial Vicar 2002 – 2004 St. Joseph Pro-Cathedral, Camden, NJ – Resident Seminarian Summer,1998 TEACHING & CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE

Guardian Angels Regional Grammar School Gibbstown & Paulsboro, NJ Pastor & Theology Instructor 2013-2022

Mary, Seat of Wisdom Carney’s Point, NJ

Homeschool Co-Op Founder & High School Theology Teacher 2013 – 7/2022 Gloucester Catholic High School Gloucester City, NJ Chaplain & Theology Instructor 2006 – 2013

Camden Catholic High School Cherry Hill, NJ

Chaplain & Theology Instructor 2007 – 2012

Sacred Heart High School Vineland, NJ

Theology Teacher, 9th – 12th 1999 – 2000

TEACHING CAREER RESULTS

Created an optimum classroom environment and learning experiences for K – 12th grade students with experience ranging from teaching AP and Honors courses to Resource Room classes for students with both behavioral disorders and learning disabilities. Knowledge of behavior support plans, IEP’s implementation, and proactive/preventative classroom techniques, including positive reinforcement. Strong understanding of Secondary and Elementary Curriculum Best Practices in Classroom Management. Experienced with in-person learning, virtual learning, and hybrid classrooms. Charles Colozzi Resume

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Education: Taught and mentored students of all ages. Delivered lessons through engaging projects, debates, and class discussion. Examined important figures, dates, and events that have shaped our modern world. Planned, prepared, and delivered instructional activities. Utilized curricula that reflected the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served. Strong ability to manage a classroom of students.

Proactive Leadership & Engaging Counsel: Led through change and adversity, strong ability to make the tough calls when needed, build consensus, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Oversaw planning, strategic and tactical goals, and budgets of the church ministry. Coordinated community participation in projects to help those in need.

Curriculum Development and Implementation: Designed thematic units and activities. Redesigned/aligned curriculum based on the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS).

Special Education Classroom Support: Employed differentiated instruction to promote active, student-driven learning both in the classroom and via remote/distance learning; provided individualized instruction, problem solving assignments, small group work, and computer-based assignments for students in 7th – 12th grades.

Educational Collaboration: Collaborated and co-planned with special and general education teachers, the Child Study Team, and parents to ensure that all students received support and services necessary.

IEP Implementation: Implemented IEPs for students in compliance with guidelines; maintained excellent communication with parents, administration, other teachers, and related service providers.

Behavioral Support: Embraced students from challenging socio-economic backgrounds; supported emotional and academic growth by facilitating successful behavior plans in conjunction with behavior specialists, parents, and classroom teachers: and volunteered as a mentor for at-risk students.

Data Driven Instruction: Utilized Benchmarks, formative, and summative assessments to drive instruction.

Extra-Curricular Support: Assisted with the MLK Days of Service, Plays, Musicals, Service Projects, Black History Month Assembly, and Yearbook Club.

Rapport Builder: Developed and cultivated trusting relationships with students’ families and guardians; promptly responded to all questions.

SOFTWARE, TECHNOLOGY, & DISTANCE LEARNING TOOLS

Google Classroom · Google Tools, Slides, & Drive · G-Suite · Microsoft Office Suite · Smart Board Technology Student Information Systems · Remote Collaboration Tools TEACHING CORE COMPETENCIES

Student & Faculty Community Service · Service Project Coordination Curriculum Planning & Integration Diversity and Inclusion Social and Emotional Learning Crisis Intervention · Student Leadership Development · Student Mentoring Small Group Instruction Classroom Management Fundraising Student Information Systems Subject Area Knowledge: English, Literature, History School & Community Relations Excellent Parent/Guardian Communication Learning Disabilities Academic Standards & State Testing Lesson Plan Design Student Behavioral Needs/Plans IEP & 504 Accommodations Benchmarks

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