Katja Alexis
Temecula
Summary
Experienced educator and behavior specialist with 15+ years of service in special education, youth development, higher education, and program leadership in both U.S. and international military communities. Proven success in supervising teams, delivering interventions, training staff, and fostering safe, inclusive environments for children and youth. Strong knowledge of IDEA, PBIS, SEL, and evidence-based practices.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
S.E.A.L. Teacher (Social, Emotional & Academic Learning)
Temecula Valley Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
- Provide specialized instruction and behavioral interventions for students with significant emotional and behavioral needs in a structured therapeutic setting.
- Implement IEPs integrating academic, social-emotional, and behavioral goals.
- Collaborate with psychologists, counselors, and therapists to design and monitor interventions.
- Use trauma-informed and restorative practices to support regulation and reduce disruptive behaviors.
- Partner with families and IEP teams to coordinate support and reintegration plans.
Tier II Behavior Assistant
Temecula Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered Tier II behavioral interventions using structured, research-based curricula.
- Led Check In/Check Out, ran social skills groups, mentored students, and provided push-in classroom support.
- Monitored Friendship Room and applied corrective teaching strategies.
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to guide student support.
- Participated in weekly collaboration meetings with Tier II SAPF and teams to track progress and adjust interventions.
Admissions Advisor
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Guided military and veteran students through admissions, degree planning, and benefits navigation.
- Advised on GI Bill programs and supported student retention initiatives.
- Led virtual events and webinars to support enrollment growth.
Academic Advisor / Site Lead
UMGC Europe
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Supervised advising operations across multiple military sites.
- Trained staff, increased enrollment by 1000%, and expanded partnerships with DODEA and Fleet & Family Support Centers.
- Received Mission Impossible Award for exceptional leadership and performance.
Program & National Test Center Coordinator
UMGC Europe
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed registration, testing, and program logistics for military students and families.
- Ensured compliance with DoD Education Activity standards.
Instructional Assistant (Special Education)
Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary School
08.2015 - 04.2017
- Supported instruction for students with disabilities through small group and 1:1 support.
- Assisted teachers with data collection and daily instruction preparation.
Finnish Language Teacher
San Diego Finnish School
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Taught Finnish language using differentiated methods and cultural integration.
Customer Service Field Representative
UMGC
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Advised military students and dependents on educational programs and tuition assistance.
- Strengthened community engagement and enrollment.
Assistant Language Teacher
Private Language School
04.2002 - 03.2006
- Taught English independently and co-taught with Japanese educators using team-teaching models.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Maryland Global Campus
Spanish Language Certificate - undefined
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master of Human Relations (MHR) - undefined
University of Oklahoma
01.2026
Skills
- Child & Youth Development
- Behavior Intervention
- Staff Supervision
- Special Education
- Program Implementation
- SEL & PBIS
- IEP & IDEA Compliance
- Data-Driven Practices
- Family & Community Engagement
Certification
- PBIS & SEL Implementation
- Mandated Reporter Certification
- Education Specialist – Mild/Moderate Support Needs (Intern Credential), California
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Trained in PRO-Act Principles
- Trauma-Informed Practices in Education
Languages
English
Spanish
Finnish
Timeline
S.E.A.L. Teacher (Social, Emotional & Academic Learning)
Temecula Valley Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
Tier II Behavior Assistant
Temecula Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Admissions Advisor
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
08.2022 - 08.2023
Academic Advisor / Site Lead
UMGC Europe
01.2020 - 11.2021
Program & National Test Center Coordinator
UMGC Europe
02.2018 - 01.2020
Instructional Assistant (Special Education)
Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary School
08.2015 - 04.2017
Finnish Language Teacher
San Diego Finnish School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Customer Service Field Representative
UMGC
01.2011 - 03.2012
Assistant Language Teacher
Private Language School
04.2002 - 03.2006
Spanish Language Certificate - undefined
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master of Human Relations (MHR) - undefined
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Maryland Global Campus