Charges Filed Against Wall High School English Teacher Julie Rizzitello Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — A longtime English teacher at Wall High School resigned just days before her arrest on allegations of having a sexual relationship with a student, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago announced Wednesday.Sexual Abuse Charges Filed Against Julie RizzitelloJulie Rizzitello, 36, of Brick Township, is facing multiple charges, including two counts of second-degree sexual assault, third-degree witness tampering, and three counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual contact. Authorities said the alleged misconduct involved a student and took place earlier this year in Wall, Brick, and Belmar.Sexual Misconduct Allegations Span Multiple LocationsInvestigators believe Rizzitello engaged in sexual acts with the student across several Monmouth and Ocean County towns. The cases were built through the efforts of the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Bureau, Wall police, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, and Brick Township police.Accused Teacher Resigned, Online Presence RemovedRizzitello, who was in her 11th year teaching English at Wall High School, recently submitted her resignation to the district. Her professional webpage and official school photo, once featured on district sites, have been taken down. Online, she was portrayed as a married mother.Detention Hearing ScheduledShe is currently being held at Monmouth County Jail, pending a detention hearing in Superior Court.Legal Paths for Students Sexually Abused by a High School TeacherWhen allegations arise that a high school teacher has sexually assaulted a student, the criminal charges filed are often only part of the story. To better understand what legal steps victims and their families can take beyond the courtroom, New Jersey sexual abuse lawyer Eric Weitz explained the potential civil options available to survivors.Laurence Banville, Esq.: When a student is harmed by a teacher in this way, what legal options might be available to the victim and their family?Eric Weitz, Esq.: Beyond the criminal case being pursued by prosecutors, the survivor can also explore civil actions. A civil lawsuit allows the victim to hold not only the individual teacher accountable but, in some cases, the school district as well—especially if there were failures in oversight or reporting obligations.Banville: What kind of compensation could potentially come from a civil case?Weitz: Compensation can cover therapy costs, emotional distress, and long-term damages linked to the abuse. Civil cases focus on restoring some measure of justice and financial support to help survivors rebuild their lives.Banville: How important is early legal guidance?Weitz: It’s very important. Early legal action secures evidence, preserves timelines, and ensures that the survivor’s rights are protected throughout both criminal and civil processes.Support and Legal Guidance AvailableVictims of sexual misconduct, along with their families, often face overwhelming emotional and legal challenges. If you or someone you love has been affected by abuse involving a teacher or other trusted adult, our team is here to help. Contact us today to arrange a free and confidential consultation and learn more about the options available to protect your rights and begin the path forward.Sourcehttps://nj1015.com/nj-wall-high-school-teacher-arrested-julie-rizzitello-brick/