IRINI RINN
Colorado Springs
Summary
Student-focused educator with a strong background in curriculum leadership, post-secondary readiness, and teacher mentorship. Skilled in guiding students through goal setting and performance tracking; supported college-credit opportunities through educational tours and academic project mentoring. Promotes career readiness by embedding collaboration, communication, and critical thinking into instruction. Experienced in aligning programs with Colorado Academic Standards and student career goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Department Co-Chair
Pine Creek High School
08.2024 - Current
- Provided leadership for PLCs and contributed to strategic planning for curriculum aligned with college and career readiness goals.
- Assisted teachers with curriculum design and implementation that supports ICAP development and student postsecondary pathways.
- Participated in staff hiring, mentoring, and budget allocation—contributing to a collaborative, future-focused academic culture.
High School English Teacher
Pine Creek High School
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented 10th grade English curriculum (regular and honors) aligned with Colorado Academic Standards and career readiness skills.
- Integrated Socratic seminars and project-based learning to foster critical thinking and communication skills essential for postsecondary success.
- Led college- and career-focused enrichment tours and mentored students pursuing dual credit opportunities.
- Increased students' grammar and writing scores to above 80% of the class
- Utilized technology in the classroom to enhance teaching methods.
- Stayed current on educational research and best practices by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
Greek Language Tutor
Language Tutors
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Delivered accelerated Greek instruction to UCCS faculty using individualized strategies aligned with adult learner needs and career goals.
- Supported learners in developing fluency and confidence through immersive lessons, role-play, and contextual learning.
- Expanded students'' vocabulary knowledge by introducing new words related specifically to their interests or career goals.
PEN Project Prison Teaching: ASU Remote Internship
Arizona State University
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided constructive, written feedback to incarcerated students, supporting literacy, expression, and academic development.
- Designed curriculum for non-traditional learners, contributing to postsecondary and workforce preparation in a restorative justice setting.
EF Tours Group Lead
Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Coordinated and led international educational tours to Europe, incorporating historical and cultural learning experiences.
- Supported 36 students and five parents on a Rome, Paris, and Madrid tour; aligned activities with college-readiness and global competency goals.
- Facilitated cross-cultural engagement and reflection activities, helping students explore careers in global education, languages, and diplomacy.
High School English and Speech Teacher
Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Achieved a 21% increase in students' STAR Renaissance reading scores through targeted instruction and personalized learning plans.
- Provided ongoing support and after-school tutoring to at-risk students, contributing to successful academic outcomes.
- Integrated Kagan strategies and project-based learning to deepen engagement and readiness for postsecondary pathways.
CU Linguistics Department Language Consultant
University of Colorado
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Translated sentences and supported curriculum development for modern Greek instruction
- Collaborated with students to strengthen language acquisition skills.
Education
Master of Arts - English
Arizona State University
12.2023
Bachelor's Degree - English Literature
University of Colorado
05.2020
Teaching License - Secondary Education
State of Colorado
05.2020
Associate of Arts Degree - English Literature
Pikes Peak Community College
08.2017
Skills
- Postsecondary & Workforce Readiness (PWR)
- Concurrent Enrollment & Dual Credit Support
- Curriculum Design & Standards Alignment
- Instructional Leadership & Mentorship
- Data-Driven Instruction & Feedback
- Mentoring
- Cross-Cultural & Experiential Learning
- Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration
- Classroom Technology Integration
- Educational Travel Coordination
- Bilingual: Greek & Albanian (Fluent); Italian (Beginner)
Certification
PRAXIS II April 2019
Languages
Greek
Italian
Albanian
Timeline
English Department Co-Chair
Pine Creek High School
08.2024 - Current
Greek Language Tutor
Language Tutors
02.2024 - 07.2024
PEN Project Prison Teaching: ASU Remote Internship
Arizona State University
07.2023 - 08.2023
High School English Teacher
Pine Creek High School
08.2022 - Current
High School English and Speech Teacher
Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy
07.2020 - 05.2022
EF Tours Group Lead
Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy
01.2020 - 08.2023
CU Linguistics Department Language Consultant
University of Colorado
01.2016 - 05.2016
Bachelor's Degree - English Literature
University of Colorado
Teaching License - Secondary Education
State of Colorado
Associate of Arts Degree - English Literature
Pikes Peak Community College
Master of Arts - English
Arizona State University
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