About Tricia
Tricia Schutterle brings an incredible wealth of experience to the table! With a vibrant background in education, she has made a mark as a special education teacher, a 5th grade teacher, and thrived in her role as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the district level. Tricia has passionately collaborated with district-wide teams on curriculum development projects, worked tirelessly to reduce restraints and suspensions, and implemented dynamic MTSS initiatives. Her unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming learning environment for both students and staff shines through in everything she does!
Tricia posses a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Mount Mercy University, a Master's degree in Special Education from Morningside University, and a graduate-level certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from Drake University. In December of 2021, she achieved certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Tricia's areas of interest and expertise encompass a comprehensive approach to education and employee support. She specializes in effective classroom management techniques that foster a positive learning environment, conducts behavioral assessments for students with complex disabilities, supports teachers using research-based SEBH curricular materials, and leads professional development with coaching sessions to build staff capacity.
When not engaged in her professional responsibilities, Tricia values spending quality time with her husband, their two dogs, a cat, and a flock of thirty ducks on their property in eastern Iowa. She also appreciates every opportunity to visit her adult children who reside in Iowa and Chicago.