1. Katherine Ladowicz
121 Bales Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(310) 918­7720; ​kmladowicz@gmail.com
Special Education Preschool Teacher
SUMMARY
I have energy and passion for working with children, especially those with special needs. I
strongly believe in individualized teaching and promoting play and social skills, fostering
independence, and building relationships between children as a pathway to academic growth. I
have over six years experience in a wide range of settings, and can adapt lessons and the
environment to address individual goals and promote success and learning.
EDUCATION
Mills College, Oakland
​ Masters in Early Childhood Education and Special Education Certification
Oakland, CA ­­ 2014­2016
University of California, Davis
​ Bachelors of Science in Human Development
Davis, CA ­­ 2006­2010
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, We Care Services for Children
Concord CA — January 2016 to May 2016
● Taught 12 children in an inclusive setting under one head and two associate teachers.
● Worked intensively with children with cerebral palsy and Down syndrome.
● Promoted expressive and receptive language in children by incorporating familiar and
novel songs and adding picture icons during language groups.
Student Teacher, Walt Disney Elementary
San Ramon, CA — August 2015 to December 2016
● Collaborated with one head teacher and two paraprofessionals to provide individualized
instruction for eight preschoolers in a Special Day Class.
● Led daily small group activities that explicitly targeted each child’s identified goals.
● Integrated academic learning goals with expressed children’s interests when teaching
math concepts, days of the week, and songs while leading circle time.
● Created and implemented lesson plans, including ones on creating graphs, making
sandwiches, and constructing multi­step leaf art projects.
● Took over as head teacher for a week.

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Student Teacher, Mills Children’s School
Oakland, CA — August 2014 to July 2015
● Assisted in teaching and creating a developmentally appropriate classroom for children
ages 2.5 to 5 years old.
● Designed two research projects within the classroom: making apple pie and practicing
social problem through watching and playing with puppets.
● Staged the environment to reflect the children’s interests and to be developmentally
appropriate.
● Collaborated with two head teachers and other student teachers throughout the year.
Teacher, KLA Schools
Walnut Creek, CA — January 2014 to August 2014
● Collaborated with two teachers to create a safe and nurturing environment for twelve
toddlers aged 15 to 26 months.
● Conducted and wrote four detailed narrative child assessments.
● Facilitated conferences with parents.
● Developed weekly journals with pictures and descriptions that highlighted various
domains of learning, displayed for parents.
Regional Manager, Vitality Bowls
San Ramon, CA — October 2011 to November 2013
● Hired, trained, and managed 25+ employees.
● Wrote bimonthly schedules and collaborated with other managers.
● Maintained inventory and ordered supplies from several different sources.
● Provided excellent customer service.
● Initiated and wrote a training manual.
● Instituted management meetings.
● Organized events to strengthen teamwork and build rapport between and within stores.
Science Instructor/Birthday Party Performer, Mad Science of Mt. Diablo
Concord, CA — October 2011 to Current
● Lead dynamic after school science classes for preschool and elementary school children.
● Performed educational and entertaining science shows at birthday parties, large school
assemblies, and fairs for groups exceeding 100.
● Managed and taught up to 30 children at a time with hands­on activities and
demonstrations.
Independence Facilitator, San Juan Capistrano Unified School District
San Juan Capistrano, CA — November 2010 to June 2011
● Designated aide for Kindergartner with spina bifida in a wheelchair.
● Advocated for the child’s care and educational and physical needs through ongoing
collaboration with school employees.
● Adapted games and activities to allow access for a wheelchair, to include the whole
class, and to foster her inclusion in the classroom, as well as social development with

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peers.
Instructional Aide, Behavioral Education for Children with Autism
Torrance CA — October 2010 to June 2011
● Provided 1:1 ABA therapy for assigned children with autism, from preschool through
elementary school.
● Collaborated with other instructors and families regarding assisting with self care,
school work, play, and interacting with others.
● Received extensive training in ABA.
● Attended and received certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention Training.
Infant and Toddler Room Intern, Center for Child and Family Studies
Davis, CA — September 2008 to June 2010
● Worked with a program coordinator, a head teacher, and four caregivers to develop and
implement curriculum and projects for the Infant and Toddler classrooms.
● Advised new caregivers about appropriate techniques and classroom strategies.
● Evaluated individual child development using Child Observation Record (COR) and
Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP).
Assistant Camp Director, Camp Adventure
Gutersloh, Germany ­ July to August 2009
● With one other counselor, directed a group of children, ages six to eleven.
● Communicated daily with parents before and after pick up, and weekly using a
newsletter.
● Communicated with the counselors, camp director, site coordinator, and project
coordinator on a regular basis to relay and share information and experiences.
● Assisted in writing the program schedule.
● Obtained CPR and Lifeguarding certification.