Carissa Halliday
Summary
Emerging special education teacher pursuing mild/moderate elementary license through iTeach and APPEL (upon hiring). Background in various industries fosters a data-driven approach and strong communication skills. Experience includes coursework and roles as paraprofessional and substitute teacher.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute teacher
ESS
01.2026 - Current
- Implement positive behavior support strategies to maintain a productive learning environment
- Manage classrooms, supervise students, and maintain detailed records with up to 30 students
- Facilitate learning for students in preschool through 6th grade, focusing on resource classrooms
Research Advisory Board Member
SPARK for Autism/Simons Foundation
01.2023 - Current
- Represent autism community on review board, evaluating research studies for merit, feasibility, and fairness to influence research quality.
- Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure protocols prioritize participant welfare and uphold ethical standards, enhancing research integrity.
Special Education Internship
Noah Webster Academy
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Drafted/reviewed Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure alignment with student needs
- Collaborated in special education team meetings to address student progress and strategies
- Maintained compliance documentation and procedural requirements to support program integrity
- Observed collaboration between general education and special education staff
Paraprofessional
Spectrum Academy
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided small-group academic instruction in K-6 classrooms in an autism charter school
- Supported students in reading and math interventions
- Applied occupational therapy techniques to help students improve fine motor and sensory skills, promoting greater classroom participation.
Paraprofessional
Parkside Elementary School
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted inclusive 5th grade and resource room students through small group instruction
- Created mini lessons to support interventions for students below/at/above grade level
- Encouraged social, academic, and fitness development of students through grade-relevant communication, learning, and recreational activities
Accounting Roles
Various
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Oversaw high-volume documentation with precision; developed oversight tools to maintain accuracy and confidentiality while facilitating cross-team communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Studio Art
Northern Arizona University
01-2016
Iteach
Volunteer And Relevant Experience
- Work exchange as an Au Pair in Belgium, English language development
- Youth coach and mentor for Girls on The Run, social-emotional development and physical fitness
Timeline
Substitute teacher
ESS
01.2026 - Current
Special Education Internship
Noah Webster Academy
11.2025 - 12.2025
Paraprofessional
Spectrum Academy
09.2023 - 01.2024
Research Advisory Board Member
SPARK for Autism/Simons Foundation
01.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Parkside Elementary School
12.2022 - 05.2023
Accounting Roles
Various
01.2016 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Studio Art
Northern Arizona University
Iteach