Sarah Catherine "Cat" Rosenberg
Chicago,IL
Summary
Passionate educator dedicated to fostering inclusive classroom environments that promote student success. Recognized for a collaborative approach and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs. Proven experience across a wide range of subjects and committed to implementing strategies that enhance student learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LBS1 Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
04.2026 - Current
- Co-teacher in 2nd and 3rd grade inclusion STEM and Humanities classrooms at Jonathan Burr Elementary
- Provide small-group and individualized instruction in reading, math and humanities
- Supported students through differentiated instruction and accommodations
- Collaborate with general education teachers to implement and monitor IEP goals
Special Education Teacher
Knapp School & Yeshiva
Chicago, IL
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Instructed middle school students in a Therapeutic Day School setting across English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies
- Wrote, and implemented Individualized Education Programs aligned with student needs and goals
- Supported student transitions, contributing to successful reintegration into mainstream and partner school environments
Special Education Teacher
Lakeaires Elementary School
White Bear Lake, MN
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided instruction to K-1 students in a Cluster classroom setting serving diverse learning and developmental needs
- Developed, wrote and implemented Individualized Education Programs aligned with student academic, communication, and behavioral goals
- Provided push-in support within general education classrooms to promote inclusion and access to grade-level content
Special Education Student Teacher
Pillsbury Elementary School
Minneapolis, MN
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported instruction for 3rd–5th grade students in a resource classroom setting serving diverse learning needs
- Delivered differentiated instruction in Reading, Math, and Social-Emotional Learning
- Collaborated with the cooperating teacher to design lesson plans, adapt curriculum, and support classroom instruction
- Assisted in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on student data and progress monitoring
Substitute Teacher
Lake Area Discovery Center
Minneapolis, MN
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided classroom instruction and care for toddler and preschool-aged children across multiple Catholic early childhood programs in the Twin Cities
- Supported infant classroom routines, including feeding, diapering, and caregiving in alignment with early childhood best practices
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Screened, reviewed, and coded peer-reviewed research articles focused on the effectiveness of educational interventions in school-based settings
- Collaborated with undergraduate and graduate researchers across Minnesota institutions on literature review and coding reliability
Behavior Technician
Fraser
Minneapolis, MN
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children ages 3–7 with Autism
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans targeting communication, adaptive functioning, and behavior reduction goals
- Collected and recorded session data to monitor progress and inform treatment decisions under BCBA supervision
Inclusion Assistant
Champaign Urbana Special Recreation
Urbana, IL
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided 1:1 support for children with disabilities participating in a summer sports and recreation program
- Supported social engagement, safety, and participation during structured recreational programming
- Facilitated large group camp sporting activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis05-2024
Skills
- Experienced with special education documentation systems, including Chicago Public Schools SSM system
- Knowledge of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) implementation
- K-8 differentiated instruction: modifying core curriculum across diverse elementary and middle school grade levels
- Strong understanding of disability support and inclusion practices
- Progress monitoring: tracking student growth against IEP goals
- Data collection: utilizing frequency charts, ABC data, and observational trials
Accomplishments
- Accelerated Academic Growth: Executed data-driven IEP interventions that boosted middle school reading and math assessment scores, bridging achievement gaps to transition students toward grade-level standards.
- Evidence-Based Intervention Research: Collaborated on a two-year research initiative with the University of Minnesota’s Department of Educational Psychology, screened academic literature to identify evidence-based instructional interventions.
- LRE & Mainstream Reintegration: Spearheaded the successful reintegration of high-needs students from Therapeutic Day School environments into mainstream general education settings
Certification
- Professional Educator License (Illinois)
- Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1), Kindergarten to Age 22
Timeline
LBS1 Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
04.2026 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Knapp School & Yeshiva
04.2025 - 04.2026
Special Education Teacher
Lakeaires Elementary School
08.2024 - 03.2025
Special Education Student Teacher
Pillsbury Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
Lake Area Discovery Center
11.2023 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
Fraser
05.2023 - 10.2023
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Minnesota
10.2022 - 03.2024
Inclusion Assistant
Champaign Urbana Special Recreation
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Minnesota