Christine Bialczak

Dedicated Special Education Teacher with 20+ years serving learners from birth to adult across diverse settings. Skilled in behavior management, IEP development, and differentiated instruction. CT and NC certified for teaching and administration.

Exceptional Children's Teacher - FREDERICK DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - WILSON, NC

(2025-01)

• Lead self-contained K–5 special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs
• Design and implement differentiated instructional materials aligned to individual IEP goals
• Apply evidence-based behavior management strategies to foster a structured, positive learning environment

Blogger - Stine Writing on WordPress

(2019-01)

• Publish consistent long-form content on WordPress, building audience engagement through clear written communication
• Develop editorial calendar and manage all content strategy independently
• Demonstrate strong written communication and self-directed organizational skills

Shop Owner - Stine Miniatures

(2020-01)

Store on Etsy, selling miniatures worldwide, building, custom design, special orders

• Launch and operate independent e-commerce shop specializing in miniatures
• Manage inventory, customer relations, and online sales end-to-end
• Build brand presence and drive repeat customer engagement through product quality and service

Judge - Reedsy Prompts

(2023-01 - 2023-12)

• Evaluated and scored creative writing submissions for Reedsy Prompts competitions in 2023

FL Ticket Office Associate - PITTSBURGH PIRATES MLB - BRADENTON, FL

(2024-01 - 2025-01)

• Managed ticket box office operations as opener and closer at LECOM Park for Pittsburgh Pirates MLB

Special Education Teacher - PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOL - PUTNAM, CT

(2016-01 - 2019-12)

Integrated English Teacher and Co-teacher in academic subjects, case manager of 13 special education students, responsible for creating and revising Individualized Education Plans, conduct Planning and Placement Team meetings, facilitate district policies and programs

• Delivered special education instruction and IEP case management at Putnam High School (2016–2019)

Special Education Teacher - BENNIE DOVER JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL - NEW LONDON, CT

(2015-01 - 2016-12)

Provide academic and behavioral support in a self-contained classroom, develop and deliver all instructional materials paralleling state curriculum standards, attend PPTs, develop behavior intervention plans and IEPs

• Provided specialized instruction and behavior support for middle school students with disabilities

Special Education Teacher - HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF NEW LONDON, SPECIALIZED EDUCATION SERVICES, INC. - NEW LONDON, CT

(2014-01 - 2015-12)

Teaching high school-aged children in an alternative placement, focusing on remediation and reintegration to public school, while providing positive behavioral supports in a structured environment

• Taught students with complex needs in a private specialized education setting

Teacher - HICKORY STREET SCHOOL, NATCHAUG HOSPITAL CLINICAL DAY - NORWICH, CT

(2006-01 - 2014-12)

Teacher of elementary school, grades 1 to 6, in an inclusive program supporting students with social and emotional needs, and their families, develop and deliver all instruction

• Delivered 8 years of instruction in a hospital-based clinical day school for students with emotional and behavioral needs

Teaching Assistant - EAST LYME HIGH SCHOOL - EAST LYME, CT

(2005-01 - 2006-12)

• Supported special education students at the high school level as a teaching assistant

Teaching Assistant - KATHLEEN E. GOODWIN ELEMENTARY - OLD SAYBROOK, CT

(2004-01 - 2005-12)

• Assisted classroom instruction for students with special needs at the elementary level

Educational Intern - BEECHER ROAD SCHOOL - WOODBRIDGE, CT

(1996-01 - 1998-12)

• Completed educational internship supporting K–6 students in a general education setting

Head Teacher - KID'S CONNECTION DAY CARE CENTER - TRUMBULL, CT

(1994-01 - 1995-12)

• Led daily programming and supervised staff as Head Teacher at a child day care center

Nursery School Teacher - TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH - MADISON, CT

(1994-01 - 1995-12)

• Delivered nursery school curriculum and early childhood instruction at Temple Beth Tikvah

Job Coach & Employment Specialist - SARAH, INC. - GUILFORD, CT

(1994-01 - 1995-12)

• Coached adults with disabilities in job placement and workplace skill development

Head Teacher - BUNNIES TO BEARS DAY CARE - NORTH WINDHAM, CT

(1993-01 - 1994-12)

• Managed classroom operations and early childhood programming as Head Teacher

Administration - Administration - Southern Connecticut State University (2015-01)

Master of Arts - Special Education - University of Saint Joseph (2012-01)

Master of Science - Elementary Education - University of New Haven (1997-01)

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - University of Connecticut (1994-01)