Alyssa Altnau

Special Education teacher in a Co-Taught Kindergarten classroom with 10 general education students and 5+ students with IEPs.

• Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
• Created data driven lesson plans by collaborating with co-teacher and general education team.

Special Education teacher at a K-6 behavioral health inpatient program.

• Taught basic academics with a focus on social skills, behavioral regulation and coping skills.
• Collaborated with therapists, behavior aides, and social workers on treatment plans.

• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

Self-contained special education teacher for grades K-5.

• Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping general education teachers solve problems.
• Direct supervisor for 7 paraprofessionals including scheduling, training, and performance reviews.
• Collaborated with the state to turn classroom into model site for special education.

Working with individuals with disabilities by supporting them and their families with daily tasks or activities.

• Transported individuals to events, activities, medical appointments, and jobs.
• Assisted adult clients with daily living skills to promote independence.
• Used safety intervention training behavioral techniques to de-escalate high stress situations with clients.