Denise Rasmussen is seeking an opportunity to support students with intellectual disabilities in inclusive academic and work environments. She has a Master's in Special Education from the University of Arizona and extensive coursework supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Her relevant experience includes collaborating with teachers and employers on accommodations as an Instructional Specialist and observing, teaching and assessing students in internships and jobs as a Student Employment Specialist.

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