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Casey Klinich serves as an Adjunct Professor in Executive & Professional Admissions at Seattle University while maintaining his primary role as a special education teacher in Northshore School District since 2006, following 6 years as classified staff. His 24+ year career focuses exclusively on supporting individuals with severe disabilities across developmental stages.
Academic credentials include:
- M.Ed in Severe/Profound Disabilities, University of Washington
Professional expertise spans:
- K-3 Severe/Profound Disability instruction (18 years)
- Social/Emotional (EBD) behavioral support
- Adult Transition Pathways program for 18-21 year olds
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Educational equity through community-family partnerships
Professional recognition includes:
- National Board Certified Teacher (Exceptional Needs Specialist, 2011)
Professor Klinich actively mentors teaching candidates, co-founded the CanDo Initiative non-profit, and serves on district committees including MTSS and behavioral safety. His current work emphasizes community integration, job training, and life skills development for adults with disabilities through Northshore School District's ATP program.
