1. Denise Marie Rasmussen
1684 W Blue Horizon St, Tucson, Arizona 85704 USA
5202357365 | drasmussen@email.arizona.edu
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
An opportunity to bring students with intellectual disabilities into inclusive academic
and work environments using a unique background working with individuals with
special needs in various environments.
EDUCATION
University of Arizona Tucson, AZ
Masters, SPECIAL EDUCATION GPA: 3.92 August 2012 - Present
Certified Behavior Analyist coursework in progress
Extensive coursework in supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ
B.A., Anthropology, French GPA: 3.98 August 2004 - December 2007
Study Aboad in France - Summer, 2007
CERTIFICATION
Endorsements: Special Education (expected May 2014)
Highly Qualified: Elementary Setting and Special Education (Expected May 2014)
RELEVANT TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Tucson Unified School District Tucson, AZ
Instructional Specialist August 2013 - Present
• Collaborated regularly with teachers and employers about adaptations and accommodations for
students
• Coordinated 17 students' schedules to ensure participation in academics, campus life activities and
internships
• Created individual behavior plans with appropriate rewards and consequences
Project FOCUS Tucson, AZ
Student Employment Specialist December 2013 - Present
▪ Observe, plan, teach and assess students in jobs and internships to inform and modify instruction for many levels of ability
▪ Utilize multimedia resources and real world examples to engage students in academic and career activities
RELATED EXPERIENCE
▪ Adapt lessons to provide for individual differences for students with intellectual disabilities.
▪ Implement efficient behavior management system, creating positive learning environment