Jennifer Radtke

Jennifer Radtke has dedicated 32 years to the field of education as a special education teacher and associate professor. Her primary role involves working with students who have learning disabilities, emotional behavior disorders, and autism, where she teaches English and math in addition to supporting students in general education settings and preparing them for transitions into the working world or college. Radtke also serves as an associate professor at St. Mary's University, teaching in the Masters of Special Education program to prepare future educators. She earned her undergraduate degree from Southwest State Minnesota University in Marshall, Minnesota, and her master's degree from Mankato State University, now known as Minnesota State University, also in Marshall. Outside her teaching roles, Radtke is a board member of Rock County Opportunities, a facility for individuals with disabilities, and the Child Remembrance Garden. She attributes her career path in special education to her brother Todd, who was born with intellectual disabilities and for whom she became legal guardian, and she recently released a memoir based on his life and the inspiration he provided.