Alexsa Santiago

Administrative Leadership Experience

Completed 150 hours of administrative leadership practicum through Concordia University Wisconsin, including 75 hours aligned with Wisconsin DPI Principal License (#5051) requirements and 75 hours aligned with Wisconsin DPI Director of Special Education & Pupil Services License (#5080) requirements.

Collaborated with administrators, teachers, educational assistants, and families to support instructional leadership, special education compliance, student services, and school improvement initiatives. Facilitated discussions regarding IEP implementation, accommodations, behavioral supports, parent communication, and compliance with state and federal special education regulations.

Developed behavior tracking systems, reviewed Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), participated in Manifestation Determination Reviews, monitored IEP compliance, and supported data-driven decision making. Promoted positive school climate through staff collaboration, PBIS practices, restorative conversations, mindfulness strategies, and culturally responsive educational practices.

Successfully earned Wisconsin DPI Principal License (#5051) and Wisconsin DPI Director of Special Education & Pupil Services License (#5080).

Elementary Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher experience included: support early reading development for students with disabilities. assessments, work samples, behavior trackers, and progress-monitoring tools to guide instruction and interventions. , and related service providers to ensure compliance and coordinate supports for students with disabilities. behavior strategies, ongoing communication with families, and documentation of student progress.

• Collaborated with the administration to update the Individual Implementation Plan (IEP).
• Monitored student performance through observations, assessments, and record-keeping.
• Provided mentor guidance for new teachers.
• Supported collaboration among general education teachers, paraprofessionals, specialists, administrators, families, and community members.
• Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
• Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.

• Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
• Teach core reading and math classes for students with learning disabilities.
• Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
• Provided individualized instruction to students with learning disabilities.
• Assessed student progress using a variety of data collection methods.
• Provided guidance and counseling services to students needing social and emotional support.
• Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to motivate student learning.

• Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
• Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
• Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.
• Improved students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating debate activities and group projects into the curriculum.
• Provided individualized support for struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions and additional resources.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of multimedia resources, such as videos and interactive websites.

• Worked with students with specialized needs to accomplish tasks and build practical skills.
• Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement.
• Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs..
• Communicate with parents regarding their child's progress and needs
• Enhanced parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing frequent progress updates.
• Boosted student confidence and participation through positive reinforcement and tailored instruction methods.

• Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
• Facilitated small group instruction for English language learners, reinforcing core concepts and improving fluency.
• Contributed to a positive school climate by participating in extracurricular activities, clubs, and events that promoted inclusivity.
• Improved bilingual communication in the classroom by providing translation services for students and teachers.
• Collaborated with educators to adapt lesson plans for better comprehension by non-English speaking students.
• Assisted special education students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic success and social integration.

• Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
• Conducted ongoing assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
• Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.

• Honoree of School of Education Professional Achievement
• summa cum laude graduate
• 3.94 GPA
• Relevant Coursework:
• School And Community
• Classroom Management Positive Behavior
• Teacher Leadership Professional Learning
• Teaching Students Disabilities

• Coursework- completed for Cross-categorical special education
• Education-Middle Childhood through Early adolescent, Specific Learning Disabilities.
• 3.94 GPA
• Relevant Coursework:
• Student Teaching PK-9
• Student Teacher Seminar
• Professional Portfolio Development
• Children With Different Disabilities

• Major (s): Human Services
• Conc (s): Early Childhood Education
• Honors: *Magna Cum Laude*
• 3.722 GPA
• Relevant Coursework:
• Early Childhood Internship
• Classroom Management
• Integrative Core Seminar I, II, III
• Diversity And Multiculturalism
• Group Project Community Changes

• Honoree of Scholastic Honors
• 3.692 GPA
• cum laude graduate
• Relevant Coursework:
• Early Childhood Practicum !, 2, 3
• 120 hours Internship
• Valuing Diversity In Children

• General Education