MAGDALENA TROJNACKI
Early Childhood Teacher / ABA
Lake In The Hills,IL
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Early Childhood Educator with a strong background in preschool education and a commitment to supporting the whole child. Fluent in Polish and English, with a proven ability to build trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Experienced in working with children across various levels of the autism spectrum, adapting approaches to meet individual needs with patience and care. Creative and solutions-oriented, with strengths in writing thoughtful, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and using positive reinforcement to guide behavior. Dedicated to fostering a warm, inclusive classroom environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Two Rivers Head Start Agency
12.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans fostering children's cognitive and social development.
- Implemented age-appropriate educational activities promoting learning through play.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Evaluated student progress, adjusting strategies for optimal development outcomes.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
Preschool Teacher
Brightpoint Child and Family Center
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to identify student needs, develop interventions, and monitor progress toward goals.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs within the early preschool classroom setting.
- Integrated hands-on, play-based activities to reinforce foundational concepts while promoting creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Supported children with special needs by adapting lesson plans and providing appropriate accommodations for their success.
- Boosted children''s social-emotional development through targeted lessons on empathy, self-regulation, and conflict resolution.
- Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels, fostering trust and cooperation in supporting each child''s educational journey.
- Continuously refined teaching practices through professional development opportunities, peer observations, and feedback from supervisors.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Teacher in Two's classroom
Kids Island Learning Center
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self expression.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support self-help skills development.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Resolved conflicts among children, teaching them effective problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment, maintaining strict safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Collaborated with parents to create personalized care plans for individual children's needs.
- Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
ABA technician
Behavioral Perspective Inc.
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance client skill acquisition and behavioral improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust interventions as needed.
- Delivered services in diverse settings such as homes, daycare centers and maintained confidentiality of information regarding children and families.
- Improved client communication by implementing visual supports and assistive communication devices.
- Provided direct client care in 1:1 home setting utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
- Followed the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
- Recorded data for prescribed training protocols.
- Collected, recorded, and summarized data on observable client behavior.
- Effectively communicated with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Childcare provider
Diane and Michael Recapito
07.2016 - 01.2019
Assistant Teacher
Kinder Care
10.2015 - 05.2016
Summer Camp Assistant Teacher
The Ivy Academy of Early Learning
06.2015 - 08.2015
Full time home day care provider
Robb and Elizabeth Hultman
08.2011 - 05.2015
Part time baby-sitter
Jeff and Julie Golden
10.2006 - 09.2007
Full time nanny; mother’s helper
Mark and Jessica Kubow
12.2001 - 05.2006
Au Pair, Babysitter
Mark and Sarah Eisen
12.2000 - 11.2001
Education
Associate Degree - Liberal Studies
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL12.2022
Vocational Specialist - Human Services Early Childhood Education
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL05.2016
Marketing and Management - undefined
Baltic Humanistic College
09.2000
H.S. Diploma - Economist, Minor: Finances and Accounting
Economic High School
06.1998
Skills
- Fluent in Polish and English
- Cross-cultural competence
- Effective relationship building
- Creative and energetic
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong work ethic
- Proactive problem solver
- Attention to detail
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Experience in child development
- Experienced in fostering a positive learning environment
- Effective classroom management
Certification
- Licensed ISBE Paraprofessional Educator
- Certified CPR and First Aid
Languages
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Mindfulness Practices
- Yoga
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Music
- Outdoor Recreation
- Camping
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Two Rivers Head Start Agency
12.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Brightpoint Child and Family Center
04.2022 - 12.2024
Teacher in Two's classroom
Kids Island Learning Center
09.2019 - 04.2022
ABA technician
Behavioral Perspective Inc.
10.2018 - 09.2019
Childcare provider
Diane and Michael Recapito
07.2016 - 01.2019
Assistant Teacher
Kinder Care
10.2015 - 05.2016
Summer Camp Assistant Teacher
The Ivy Academy of Early Learning
06.2015 - 08.2015
Full time home day care provider
Robb and Elizabeth Hultman
08.2011 - 05.2015
Part time baby-sitter
Jeff and Julie Golden
10.2006 - 09.2007
Full time nanny; mother’s helper
Mark and Jessica Kubow
12.2001 - 05.2006
Au Pair, Babysitter
Mark and Sarah Eisen
12.2000 - 11.2001
Vocational Specialist - Human Services Early Childhood Education
Elgin Community College
Marketing and Management - undefined
Baltic Humanistic College
H.S. Diploma - Economist, Minor: Finances and Accounting
Economic High School
Associate Degree - Liberal Studies
Elgin Community College
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