Jennifer Piaskowy
@jenniferpiaskowy
Experienced K-12 educator specializing in special education and collaborative instruction.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated K-12 educator with seven years of classroom experience and a Master of Arts in Teaching (Elementary Ed) with an LBS1 Special Education endorsement. I have planned and delivered lessons, managed both in-person and virtual classrooms, led small groups, and participated in PLC and RTI processes.
I bring collaborative leadership, creativity, and strong communication to every role, with experience as a student teacher, substitute, instructional assistant, small business owner, and dining service director. I graduated with high honors, mentor students with autism, and use tools such as TouchChat, CPI strategies, and technology integration to improve student outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Student Teacher
Hoover Math & Science Academy
Jan 2021 - May 2021 (4 months)
Led first-grade instruction for in-person and virtual learners during Jan–May 2021, assuming full classroom responsibility and managing assessments and grading.
Student Teacher
Armstrong Elementary School
Jan 2020 - Mar 2020 (2 months)
Delivered targeted lessons and supported second-grade students during a Jan–Mar 2020 practicum, implementing behavioral strategies and educational technology to improve engagement.
Dining Service Director
Unidine Corporation
Sep 2014 - Jan 2015 (4 months)
Managed the dietary department at Pineview Healthcare Center (Sep 2014–Jan 2015), supervising 20+ staff, overseeing budgets, inventories, and state regulatory compliance.
Owner
General Nutrition Center
Jun 1996 - Jan 2000 (3 years 7 months)
Owned and operated a retail nutrition store (Jun 1996–2000), managing cash control, inventory, merchandising, and local marketing to drive sales and customer retention.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NUNational Louis University
Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education
Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) completed June 2021 with an LBS1 Special Education endorsement.
NUNorthern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts & Science, English
Bachelor of Arts & Science with a major in English conferred in 1998.
UCUniversity of North Carolina at Charlotte
1995 - 1996
Attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte during 1995–1996.
Streamwood High School
Attended Streamwood High School in 1993.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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