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Marisa Montelibano

Seo-gu,28

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Cheongna Dalton School, excelling in strategic planning and child safeguarding. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced student wellness and improved teaching effectiveness. Committed to fostering inclusive environments through differentiated instruction and restorative justice practices, empowering diverse communities to thrive.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Secondary School (Grades 6-12) & Designated Safeguarding Lead

CHEONGNA DALTON SCHOOL
Incheon
08.2022 - Current
  • Mentored future school leaders and built collaborative, empowered faculty teams.
  • Piloted Trust-Based Observations to improve teaching and retention.
  • Directed Secondary admissions process, maintaining strong partnerships with families through conferences and information sessions.
  • Led consistent school improvement initiatives, accreditation processes (WASC), and strategic planning.
  • Managed middle and high school scheduling, budgeting, and special events.
  • Oversaw hiring, onboarding, and professional development throughout Secondary School.
  • Promoted Student Wellness through collaborative efforts with Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Athletics, Counseling, and Learning Support Departments.
  • Implemented data-driven assessment practices, including MAP, WIDA, and AP testing.
  • Developed a comprehensive schoolwide Child Safeguarding Policy.
  • Facilitated community engagement initiatives to strengthen school-family connections.
  • Evaluated curriculum effectiveness and adapted programs to meet diverse student needs.
  • Coordinated professional development workshops for staff to enhance instructional skills.

Assistant Director of Middle School

CHEONGNA DALTON SCHOOL
Incheon
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Led recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding processes for new middle school teachers.
  • Oversaw committees including PBIS and Restorative Action teams to enhance positive student behavior.
  • Managed middle school events such as New Student Orientation and athletic events.
  • Facilitated transition to standards-based grading system, improving assessment clarity.
  • Cultivated strong parent-school relationships through leadership of the Parent Association.

Middle School English as an Additional Language Teacher

CHEONGNA DALTON SCHOOL
Incheon
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Designed and implemented curriculum informed by WIDA and MAP assessment data to support English Language Learners (ELLs) in grades 5–8.
  • Collaborated with grade-level teachers to deliver language support through both push-in and pull-out instructional models.
  • Contributed as an active member of the PBIS team, engaging students and parents in the program, addressing behavior concerns, and facilitating restorative practices to repair harm.
  • Served as a 5th grade homeroom teacher, providing academic and social-emotional support to a diverse group of students.
  • Supervised and mentored student extracurricular groups, including the Yearbook Club and Student Council.

English as an Additional Language Teacher

Richfield Public Schools
Richefield, MN
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach language skills, including grammar, pronunciation, and conversation in grades kindergarten through 2nd grade.
  • Guided newcomers and SLIFE learners in integrating into school community.
  • Monitored student performance using WIDA ACCESS, and provided feedback on areas needing improvement.
  • Provided individualized instruction based on student learning styles.

Education

Certificate - School Management and Leadership

HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Cambridge, Massachusetts
11.2023

Masters of Arts - Teaching: English as a Second Language (K-12)

HAMLINE UNIVERSITY
St. Paul, Minnesota
12.2017

Bachelors of Arts - Spanish, Minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - LA CROSSE
La Crosse, Wisconsin
12.2011

Skills

  • Child Safeguarding
  • Student Centered Learning
  • Strategic Planning
  • Restorative Justice
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Serving diverse communities

Certification

English as a Second language: K-12, Minnesota, 06/30/28

Google Educator Level I

Languages

English
First Language
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Accomplishments

  • Spearheading member of the Korea Safeguarding Collaborative
  • Presenter at KORCOS (Korea Council of Overseas Schools)
  • Contributing author of the AISA Child Protection and Safeguarding Handbook, 2nd edition
  • Presenter at Korea Safeguarding Collaborative: February 2024, May 2024, April 2025

Timeline

Director of Secondary School (Grades 6-12) & Designated Safeguarding Lead

CHEONGNA DALTON SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current

Assistant Director of Middle School

CHEONGNA DALTON SCHOOL
01.2020 - 06.2022

Middle School English as an Additional Language Teacher

CHEONGNA DALTON SCHOOL
08.2018 - 06.2020

English as an Additional Language Teacher

Richfield Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2018

Certificate - School Management and Leadership

HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Masters of Arts - Teaching: English as a Second Language (K-12)

HAMLINE UNIVERSITY

Bachelors of Arts - Spanish, Minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - LA CROSSE

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