Heather Shawaluk
Third Grade Lead Teacher at Bennett Day School- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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School Crisis and Intervention Training
Crisis Prevention InstituteJan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Early Childhood Education Type 04 (Self Contained General Education)
Illinois State Board of EducationJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Positive Discipline Classroom Educator
Positive Discipline Association -
Responding to Misbehavior
Responsive Classroom -
Responsive Classroom Course for Elementary Teachers
Responsive Classroom®/Center for Responsive Schools
Experience
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Bennett Day School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Third Grade Lead Teacher
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Nov 2020 - Present
Independent, progressive model based on the Reggio Emilia approach to education.• Designed, adapted, and led project-based math instruction for 24 students• Differentiated and accommodated instruction to support a variety of levels• Quickly and efficiently crafted high-quality remote learning materials and lessons multiple times throughout the school year• Collaborated with and supported Apprentice teaching partner• Collaborated to create and maintain individual digital portfolios for 24 students• Crafted individual narrative reports per trimester for each student to highlight strengths and areas of needed support• Led outside partnership with the Illinois Green Schools Project
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Christopher House
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Primary Teacher
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Jul 2016 - Nov 2020
Level 1+ Charter SchoolTop 5 Elementary Schools in Chicago, 2017• Developed, adapted, and implemented Units by Design (UbD) for ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies aligned with Common Core Illinois Standards for a classroom of 12-31 students• Integrated Arts into each UbD, aligned with the Illinois Fine Arts Standards • Crafted, designed, and implemented remote learning plans based off of curriculum and instructional plans using Google Suite and other platforms to ensure accessible and high-quality digital instruction• Developed, adapted, and implemented curriculum, project-based learning, student-directed learning activities, and enhanced lessons using various technology platforms• Created four Benchmark Assessments to measure growth in ELA and Math• Member of the Benchmark Committee, which created a school-wide benchmark assessment rubric for each grade level• Used STEP, and F&P to test Reading growth• Used data from STEP, F&P, and NWEA to plan and lead instruction• Planned, conducted, and progress monitored Tier I and II academic and behavior MTSS • Mentored new staff members• Successfully funded multiple Donors Choose and GoFundMe Projects• Volunteered for various school events• Led multiple after school clubs
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Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants
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United States
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Restaurants
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700 & Above Employee
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Server
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May 2018 - Oct 2020
• Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations• Communicated clearly and positively with coworkers and management• Followed procedures for safe food preparation, assembly and presentation
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Four Corners
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Restaurants
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100 - 200 Employee
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Server and Bartender
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May 2014 - Dec 2017
• Upheld brand standards while delivering exceptional customer service at multiple locations for one of Chicago's top restaurant groups• Followed procedures for safe food and beverage preparation, assembly and presentation• Trained new serving staff
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Christopher House
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Student Teacher
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2014 - 2016
• 420 Hours, Third Grade• 250 Hours, Preschool• 25 Hours, 0-2 Infant/Toddler
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Education
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2013 - 2016
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor's degree, Early Childhood Education -
2018 - 2018
Udacity
Digital Marketing Nanodegree Program
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