Hi, I’m a special education professional with a passion for ethical behavior practices and social-emotional learning. I help students and educators thrive through trauma-informed, equity-centered approaches and strategic SEL implementation. I love collaborating with teachers to design meaningful, sustainable supports and to empower students to grow with compassion and resilience. I’ve built and led district-wide SEL initiatives, coached teachers, and contributed to blog and online content that motivates and informs families, educators, and communities about inclusive education and emotional well-being.…

Allison Szczecinski

Hi, I’m a special education professional with a passion for ethical behavior practices and social-emotional learning. I help students and educators thrive through trauma-informed, equity-centered approaches and strategic SEL implementation. I love collaborating with teachers to design meaningful, sustainable supports and to empower students to grow with compassion and resilience. I’ve built and led district-wide SEL initiatives, coached teachers, and contributed to blog and online content that motivates and informs families, educators, and communities about inclusive education and emotional well-being.…

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Hi, I’m a special education professional with a passion for ethical behavior practices and social-emotional learning. I help students and educators thrive through trauma-informed, equity-centered approaches and strategic SEL implementation. I love collaborating with teachers to design meaningful, sustainable supports and to empower students to grow with compassion and resilience.

I’ve built and led district-wide SEL initiatives, coached teachers, and contributed to blog and online content that motivates and informs families, educators, and communities about inclusive education and emotional well-being.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Emotional Learning Coach at Crow Island Elementary School, Winnetka District 36
January 1, 2020 - Present
Supported K-4 teachers in integrating social-emotional learning concepts across the day. Led district-wide pilots of the RULER framework and SEL screening tools for all children district-wide. Secured over $100,000 in grant funding for SEL libraries and emotion-regulation resources.
Special Education Teacher at Evanston School District 65
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Special education teacher for students with disabilities (K-4); implemented IEPs and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.
Special Education Teacher at Chicago Public School District
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2018
Self-contained special educator for students in grades K-4 with moderate to severe disabilities; contributed to district-wide social-emotional learning initiatives and supported new teachers.
Mentor at Golden Apple Foundation of Illinois
January 1, 2019 - Present
Mentor to four first- and second-year educators; supported teacher development and contributed to improved teaching practices.

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education, LBS I at Illinois State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
Master's in Special Education, LBS II, Multiple Disabilities at Illinois State University
January 1, 2010 - March 10, 2026
Self-contained Special Education Certification (K-4) with Emotional Disabilities at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
January 1, 2014 - March 10, 2026

Qualifications

Illinois Teacher Performance Evaluation (TPE) Training
January 1, 2019 - March 10, 2026
Google Certified Educator Level 1
January 1, 2018 - March 10, 2026
Trauma and Crisis Management Specialist, American School Counselor Association
January 1, 2019 - March 10, 2026
Cognitive Coaching
January 1, 2023 - March 10, 2026
Golden Apple Teacher of Distinction
January 1, 2012 - March 10, 2026
Golden Apple Scholar
January 1, 2006 - March 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment