Staff Spotlight: Jenna Satterly - special education teacher at Prescott Elementary School 

November 27, 2024

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Jenna Satterly, special education teacher at Prescott Elementary School.

“Jenna goes above and beyond to support her students, team and school. She is always willing to work with any student, builds strong relationships with students, and works closely with families to build success. She does all of this with a smile on her face. Her level of collaboration with grade level teachers as well as other special education teachers is a model and brings positivity to any environment she is in. Jenna is an important member of the Prescott staff!” - Makaela Johnson, Special Education Coordinator 

In a few sentences, briefly describe your role at LPS.
I am an elementary special education teacher serving students who have academic goals on their IEPs. I do a lot of co-teaching with general education teachers to support Tier 1 instruction, and also pull small groups to provide intensive support to those students. I also work with teachers to provide accommodations to help my students be successful accessing all curriculum throughout the day.

How long have you worked for LPS?
This is my 11th year working for LPS, and I have spent all 11 years at Prescott.  

What inspired you to become part of the education field at LPS?
I knew from the time I was in high school that I wanted to be an educator. I moved from Colorado to Lincoln for my college years and knew quickly that Lincoln was the place I wanted to call home.

What has been your favorite part of working here? What aspect of your job do you find most rewarding?
My favorite part of my job is building relationships with my students and their families. As a special education teacher, I get to know my students very well and spend a lot of time with them. This year I am working with fifth graders who I have known and taught since they were in second grade. It is so fun to be part of their journey and watch them grow as learners, but also as people.

Did you attend LPS as a student? If so, which school(s)? If not, where are you from?
I grew up in Colorado and attended high school in Burlington, Colo.

What path did you take after completing your formal education?
I went to college at Nebraska Wesleyan University and got my master's degree from Concordia University.

What do you enjoy most about the Lincoln community?
I love living in Lincoln with the small town feel and the big city amenities.

Share a shout out to a teacher who impacted your life.
I grew up in a small town and had many great teachers. Mrs. McCauley (first grade) and Ms. McNeil (fourth grade) were two of my favorites. They also supported me after I left their classroom and were excited to know that I was going to be an educator too.

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