Fred Pisarz
Groton,CT
Summary
Dynamic educational professional with extensive leadership and training experience, eager to leverage these skills in a special education setting. Committed to delivering impactful instruction while cultivating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Demonstrated success in engaging students through thoughtfully designed lesson plans and collaborative activities that promote academic growth. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and a strong ability to foster teamwork among students and colleagues.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Norwich Free Academy
Norwich, CT
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Experience teaching in multiple special education classroom settings including functional skills, life/leisure/community, and mixed access classrooms.
Intervention Specialist
LEARN Transition Academy
Niantic, CT
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Placed as a paraprofessional paired with students with multiple disabilities in a self-contained classroom.
Certified Training General Manager
Howley Bread Group, Ltd., dba Panera Bread
06.2016 - 07.2025
- Designed and implemented structured training programs, developing dozens of managers for leadership roles.
- Mentored and coached over 20+ employees, with five advancing to General Manager positions.
- Facilitated learning workshops on communication, leadership, and problem-solving, ensuring knowledge retention and practical application.
- Led team-building exercises and performance evaluations, enhancing operational efficiency and employee engagement.
- Assisted regional training managers in rolling out new learning materials and curriculum updates for District Managers.
Restaurant Manager
Chili's Bar and Grill, Brinker International
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Led workshops on food cost management, labor scheduling, and performance tracking.
General Manager
RI Sustainability
Westerly, RI
09.2010 - 01.2013
- Family run private chef and farm to table exchange service
Food-Server
Bar Americain
Mohegan Sun Casino
12.2009 - 01.2011
Food Server
Michael Jordan's Steakhouse
Mohegan Sun Casino
10.2005 - 12.2009
- - trained employees, including management, helped to open Sol-Toro Grill a fast-casual concept
Restaurant Manager
Foxwoods Resort and Casino
04.2002 - 07.2005
- Responsible for employee training and mentorship in Festival Buffet, one of the largest volume restaurants in North America, creating the standards and procedures for entire staff to follow
Food-Server
Flood-Tide, The Inn
Mystic, CT
03.1998 - 01.2001
Education
Master's degree - Educational Psychology
University of Connecticut
Avery Point, CT05.2026
B.A. - Psychology
Eastern CT State University
Windham, CT12.2002
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Technology integration
- Modern teaching methods
Certification
Heartsaver CPR AED (AHA), 2025-02-01, 2027-02-28
Timeline
Student Teacher
Norwich Free Academy
01.2026 - 05.2026
Intervention Specialist
LEARN Transition Academy
08.2025 - 12.2025
Certified Training General Manager
Howley Bread Group, Ltd., dba Panera Bread
06.2016 - 07.2025
Restaurant Manager
Chili's Bar and Grill, Brinker International
01.2013 - 12.2016
General Manager
RI Sustainability
09.2010 - 01.2013
Food-Server
Bar Americain
12.2009 - 01.2011
Food Server
Michael Jordan's Steakhouse
10.2005 - 12.2009
Restaurant Manager
Foxwoods Resort and Casino
04.2002 - 07.2005
Food-Server
Flood-Tide, The Inn
03.1998 - 01.2001
B.A. - Psychology
Eastern CT State University
Master's degree - Educational Psychology
University of Connecticut
Groups
- Diocese of Norwich, 2023-09-01, Present, Basketball Coach, Tutor, Youth Mentor for the Catholic Diocese.
- Little League International, 2020-11-01, Present, Treasurer, Coach, umpire, and tournament coordinator for local Little League Baseball and Softball League.