Linnea is from Northern Virginia and moved to San Francisco, California in 2019 with her husband. Linnea completed her undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Special Education in 2015 from Radford University. Linnea completed her Masters Degree in Special Education with a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis in 2018 from George Mason University. Linnea has 13 years of experience in the field of special education. She has experience working with individuals with learning differences as young as 17 months old to adults who are 65 years old. Linnea’s experience includes providing in home and in school ABA services and working for a non-profit organization called Best Buddies. During her time with Best Buddies, she supported adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities find equal employment opportunities. Linnea has been a classroom teacher at Sand Hill School for 3 years now. Outside of the classroom, Linnea enjoys spending time outdoors. She enjoys hiking, camping and backpacking. Linnea and her husband are expecting their first child in October 2025.

Experience

• 13 years of experience in Special Education, working with individuals from 17 months to 65 years old
• Undergraduate Degree in Early Childhood Special Education – Radford University, 2015
• Master’s Degree in Special Education with a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) – George Mason University, 2018
• Experience providing in-home and in-school ABA services
• Worked at Best Buddies International (non-profit organization), supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in gaining equal employment opportunities
• Entering her 3rd year of teaching at Sand Hill School

Licenses & Certifications

• Wilson (Just Words & Fundations)

Licenses & Certifications

• Individualized Education Program (IEP) development/ Personalized Learning Plan (PLP), implementation, and progress monitoring
• Differentiated instruction across multiple grade levels and content areas
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies for behavior support and skill development
• Supporting students with learning differences, intellectual disabilities, and developmental delays
• Integration of assistive technology (speech-to-text, graphic organizers, learning platforms)
• Collaboration with general education teachers, related service providers, and families
• Classroom management and creation of inclusive learning environments
• Data collection and analysis to guide instruction and interventions
• Transition planning for students moving from school to postsecondary opportunities
• Training and mentoring paraprofessionals and support staff