Danielle Rattacasa
Paramus,NJ
Summary
Dedicated educator with three years of experience creating engaging lesson plans for 5th and 6th grade ELA and science. Skilled in fostering positive relationships with students and families, ensuring effective communication for student success and emotional well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher-School Ten
Belleville Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Educated 5th and 6th grade students in ELA and science using Savaas, Opesci, and Mystery Science resources.
- Communicated daily with parents, colleagues, and administration to ensure student success.
- Managed classroom effectively while supporting students academically in diverse learning environments.
- Applied NJ Common Core standards to curriculum development and lesson planning.
- Participated as a member of school’s threat assessment team to enhance safety protocols.
- Leveraged ClassLink, PowerSchool, Schoology, and Google Classroom for efficient educational delivery.
- Facilitated gifted program activities to promote advanced learning opportunities for talented students.
- Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships.
Clinician-Per Diem
CarePlus NJ
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided in-home counseling to children aged four and older for one hour weekly per family.
- Developed treatment plans with clients and parents or guardians to address specific needs.
- Supported families facing anxiety, trauma, stress, and behavioral challenges.
- Connected families with additional community resources to enhance support services.
Family Service Specialist II /SPRU-Special Response Investigator
State of New Jersey, Department of Children and Families Child Protection and Permanency
05.2013 - 01.2023
- Ensured safety, well-being, and permanency for all children involved.
- Connected families with community resources and programs to enhance support.
- Documented case histories and collateral contacts to maintain comprehensive records.
- Prepared court reports and represented division during litigation cases.
- Advocated for children and families within the division's jurisdiction.
- Supervised visits and transported children and families as needed.
- Conducted assessments and placements in resource family or foster homes.
- Responded to night and weekend child abuse or neglect investigations effectively.
School Counseling Intern
Kearny Public Schools; Schuyler School
Kearny, USA
01.2010 - 06.2010
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support student development.
- Implemented high school scheduling to optimize course offerings and student enrollment.
- Conducted peer mediation advocacy and delivered classroom lessons on conflict resolution.
- Prepared students for NJASK and NJPASS assessments through targeted review sessions.
- Developed individualized counseling lessons tailored to specific student needs.
Education
Elementary School Teacher - Grades K-6
Rutgers
07-2025
Licensed Associate Counselor -
01-2015
School Counselor Certification -
08-2010
Masters of Arts - Counseling
New Jersey City University
06-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
New Jersey City University
05-2007
Skills
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented
- Organizational skills
- Crisis management
- Decision making
- Team collaboration
- Positive workplace culture
- Professionalism
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Rapport building
Degrees Licenses Certifications
- Masters of Arts in Counseling, 06/10, New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ
- CHI SIGMA IOTA-Honor Society
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, 05/07, New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ
- LICENSED ASSOCIATE COUNSELOR, 2015
- School Counselor Certification, 08/10
- Elementary School Teacher in Grades K-6, 07/25
- Certified in Forensic Interviewing
Timeline
Clinician-Per Diem
CarePlus NJ
07.2024 - 02.2025
Teacher-School Ten
Belleville Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Family Service Specialist II /SPRU-Special Response Investigator
State of New Jersey, Department of Children and Families Child Protection and Permanency
05.2013 - 01.2023
School Counseling Intern
Kearny Public Schools; Schuyler School
01.2010 - 06.2010
Elementary School Teacher - Grades K-6
Rutgers
Licensed Associate Counselor -
School Counselor Certification -
Masters of Arts - Counseling
New Jersey City University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
New Jersey City University