Daniella Ratto
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable educator with over four years of experience as a classroom teacher, teacher assistant, and substitute teacher. Experienced supporting students with diverse learning needs, including children with disabilities, through differentiated instruction, behavior management, and individualized academic support. Skilled in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and fostering inclusive learning environments that promote academic achievement, independence, and social-emotional growth. Committed to building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues while maintaining a safe, engaging, and student-centered classroom.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Teacher Assistant & Substitute Teacher
Alpha School
Jackson, NJ
09.2021 - 03.2026
- Planned, organized, and supervised daily student functions and activities to create a structured learning environment
- Developed, implemented, and monitored Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support student success.
- Provided individualized support to students while engaging the entire group in focused learning activities
- Led and participated in IEP meetings with parents, administrators, special education staff, and related service providers.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom environment that promoted academic, social, and emotional development.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, counselors, and families to support student achievement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student learning experiences and engagement.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and classroom activities.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Office Manager
D&D Glass
Eatontown, NJ
06.2015 - 06.2020
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Quickbooks
Security Officer
Allied Universal
Eatontown, NJ
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Brookdale Community College
Alternate Route Masters Program - Education
Monmouth University
Skills
- Chromebooks
- Google Docs
- IPads
- Classroom management techniques
- Behavior charts
- Points/coin systems
- Positive reinforcements
- Negative reinforcements
- Accommodations
- Modifications
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Small group instruction
- Behavior Intervention & Positive Behavior Supports
Certification
- CPI certified, 09/2023- 3/2026
- Substitute Teacher, 2022
- CPR certified, 2016 - 2022
- SORA License, 2016 - 2019
- Job Coaching Certified - The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities, 03/2023-2026
- NJ Firefighter 1 Certification
- Jersey Shore University Medical Center EMT Program, 01/01/20 - 06/01/20
- Monmouth County Fire Academy, 01/01/19 - 06/01/19
- P-3 Certification
- New Jersey 50 hour pre-service teacher training through Monmouth University
Accomplishments
Humanitarian Award, MISS NJ USA PAGEANT 2018
Timeline
Teacher, Teacher Assistant & Substitute Teacher
Alpha School
09.2021 - 03.2026
Security Officer
Allied Universal
06.2017 - 05.2019
Office Manager
D&D Glass
06.2015 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Brookdale Community College
Alternate Route Masters Program - Education
Monmouth University