Alexandra Raines

Dr. Alexandra Raines is an Assistant Professor of Special Education in the Department of Special Education at George Mason University's College of Education and Human Development (CEHD). Her primary affiliation is with the Adapted Curriculum division, focusing on students with severe disabilities. She also contributes to Autism and General Curriculum specializations within the department.

Dr. Raines teaches courses including Individualized Supports for Students with Severe Disabilities, Positive Behavior Supports, and Intersectionality and Disability. Her educational background and professional experience are reflected in her commitment to inclusive practices and evidence-based interventions.

Her research interests center on special education pedagogy, particularly in supporting students with severe disabilities through innovative instructional methods like virtual manipulatives and video modeling. She also explores topics such as teacher preparation, parent-teacher collaboration, and mental wellness strategies for adolescents with co-occurring disabilities and mental health needs.

Her recent scholarly work addresses pandemic-related challenges for educators of students with disabilities, belongingness experiences of disabled individuals, and the efficacy of video-based instructional strategies. Dr. Raines currently holds no explicitly listed grants or awards but has contributed to over a dozen peer-reviewed publications since 2021.