Stacy Czub
Chicago,IL
Summary
Resourceful Case Manager seeking a position that will allow me to return to working directly with students in the early childhood classroom. Adept at operating in high-pressure environments using problem-solving, conflict resolution and communication skills. Dedicated to achieving desired outcomes by recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit student success. Seeking a role that allows me to create opportunities for students to facilitate their own learning through the joy of play.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
Chicago Public Schools, Hearst Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
- Evaluated IEPs for compliance with state and federal requirements, regulations and rectify non-compliance issues immediately.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop Individualized Education Programs to provide quality education for students with disabilities.
- Facilitated special education placement process in partnership with parents to provide free appropriate public education for eligible referrals.
- Conducted training for educational staff to properly identify learning disabilities and remediation strategies.
- Participated in professional growth opportunities to support special education improvement efforts
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Hearst Elementary School
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule
School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools, Pasteur Elementary School
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
- Implemented career counseling path, working with students as they transitioned to high school.
- Assisted middle school students in transition to high school to complete high school applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
General Education Teacher- Primary Grades
Chicago Public Schools, Pasteur Elementary School
08.1999 - 08.2011
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
- Managed small and large groups of students for classroom instruction.
- Provided intervention to individual struggling students.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2012
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
National Louis University
Chicago, IL05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
St. Xavier University
Chicago, IL05.1999
Skills
- Case Management
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Verbal, Nonverbal and Written Communication
- IEP Development & Monitoring
- Facilitate Team Meetings
- Student Advocacy
- Multitasking and Organization
- Implementation of the Creative Curriculum
- Plan, modify, and adapt instruction utilizing Teaching Strategies GOLD platform
Certification
PEL
- School Counselor
- LBS1
- Early Childhood Educator
- ESL
Timeline
Case Manager
Chicago Public Schools, Hearst Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Hearst Elementary School
08.2014 - 08.2018
School Counselor
Chicago Public Schools, Pasteur Elementary School
08.2011 - 08.2014
General Education Teacher- Primary Grades
Chicago Public Schools, Pasteur Elementary School
08.1999 - 08.2011
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Concordia University Chicago
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
National Louis University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
St. Xavier University
PEL
- School Counselor
- LBS1
- Early Childhood Educator
- ESL
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