Allison Ratajczak
Los Alamitos
Summary
Special Education teacher with extensive experience in Collaborative Co-Taught environments, focusing on creating engaging, inclusive lessons for diverse learners. Skilled in fostering inclusive classrooms through collaborative lesson planning and individualized education strategies. Expertise in engaging students with diverse needs, monitoring progress, and enhancing relationships among students, parents, and staff to ensure a supportive learning environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Inclusive Special Education Teacher- Kindergarten, 2nd CCT/Literacy, 2nd/3rd M/M SDC
Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach
12.2017 - Current
- Supported and instructed all students, fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Creating engaging and challenging lessons in SEL, Math, Science, Reading, and History.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Evaluated student progress and adapted instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Providing social skills instruction and supporting students in IEP goals.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to develop tailored support strategies for student success.
- Implemented adaptive teaching methods to accommodate various disabilities.
Instructional Aide- Special
Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Supported teacher in SDC Mild/Moderate TK/K/1 class, enhancing instructional delivery.
- Provided small group instruction, behavioral support, and self-care guidance, fostering student independence.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, contributing to engaging classroom activities.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs during lessons and assessments.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt lesson plans for individual student requirements.
Camp Counselor/Lifeguard
Girl Scouts Of Greater Los Angeles
Long Beach
06.2004 - 08.2014
- Provide supervision for girls aged 5-13 in swimming and boating.
- Create weekly themes along with crafts and activities to support the theme.
- Led daily activities and programs for campers of diverse backgrounds.
- Supervised camper safety during outdoor activities and group events.
- Organized arts and crafts sessions to promote creativity among participants.
- Trained junior counselors on camp policies and safety procedures.
Co-Manager
Ann Taylor Loft
Huntington Beach
05.2008 - 07.2014
- Responsible for supporting the Store Manager in the daily business operations of a retail store.
- General tasks including supervising employees, assisting customers, and visual merchandising of store.
- Assisted in managing daily store operations and staff scheduling.
- Trained new team members on product knowledge and customer service standards.
- Ensured visual merchandising adhered to brand guidelines and seasonal themes.
Education
Master’s - Early Childhood Education
American College of Education
Indianapolis, Indiana08-2024
Special Education Credential - Mild/Moderate
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, Ca12-2017
Bachelor’s - Fashion Merchandising
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, Ca05-2009
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Co-Teaching
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Education Plan Development
- Small Group Instruction
- Individualized education plans
- Adaptive teaching methods
- Student progress monitoring
- Behavioral support strategies
- Engaging lesson creation
- Student relationship building
- Collaboration with parents
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
References
- Natalie Ollen, Counselor, Addams Elementary School, (562) 400-4797
- Armando Duenas, Former Principal, (562) 754-7746
Timeline
Inclusive Special Education Teacher- Kindergarten, 2nd CCT/Literacy, 2nd/3rd M/M SDC
Long Beach Unified School District
12.2017 - Current
Instructional Aide- Special
Long Beach Unified School District
09.2014 - 06.2016
Co-Manager
Ann Taylor Loft
05.2008 - 07.2014
Camp Counselor/Lifeguard
Girl Scouts Of Greater Los Angeles
06.2004 - 08.2014
Master’s - Early Childhood Education
American College of Education
Special Education Credential - Mild/Moderate
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor’s - Fashion Merchandising
California State University, Long Beach