Meet Altisha
Founder & Principal Consultant
Welcome to Kaynas Group LLC. We are committed to strengthening the connections between families, schools, professionals, and child support systems. Our goal is to provide families with the knowledge, guidance, and resources needed to confidently navigate educational and support services.
We partner with schools and organizations to strengthen programs, support professionals, and develop practical solutions that meet the needs of children and families. Together, we work to create stronger systems, empowered families, supported professionals, and greater opportunities for every child to succeed.
Professional Overview
Altisha Glaster is an educational leader, social worker, higher education professional, consultant, and family advocate committed to strengthening the connection between families, schools, and the systems that support children. With a multidisciplinary background spanning special education leadership, school social work, educational administration, higher education, family support, program development, and professional learning, Altisha brings a unique perspective to addressing complex educational needs.
Educational Leadership & Special Education
Altisha has held key leadership positions within special education departments, where she has been responsible for overseeing the delivery of services, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and leading multidisciplinary teams of educators and specialists. Her work in school social work provided a foundational understanding of the emotional and social factors that impact learning, which she now integrates into her systems-level leadership.
Her expertise includes developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), monitoring student progress, and fostering inclusive environments that prioritize both academic success and student well-being. She is particularly skilled at navigating the complexities of the special education process, helping schools and families move from confusion to clear, actionable plans.
Inclusion & Program Development
Altisha Glaster has made significant contributions to building inclusive environments and development programs. Her work focuses on ensuring that educational systems are designed to support neurodivergent learners effectively, fostering equity and access for all students.
Through strategic program auditing and design, she partners with organizations to implement evidence-based practices that improve educational outcomes. Her collaborative approach ensures that inclusion is not just a policy but a lived reality within the school community.
Higher Education
Altisha has extensive experience in higher education, focusing on student success, academic growth, and the development of future professionals. Her work within universities has centered on bridge programs, human development, and professional learning strategies.
As a college educator, she provides critical insights into the transition from secondary to post-secondary education, ensuring that students are prepared for the rigors of higher learning while faculty are equipped with the tools to support diverse learner profiles.
Education & Credentials
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Rutgers University, New Jersey
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Fairleigh Dickinson University, New Jersey
Educational Leadership & Administration Credentials
Advanced training and certifications in K-12 educational administration and school leadership.
Why Kaynas Group
At Kaynas Group, we understand that strong educational outcomes are built through collaboration. Families need clear information, meaningful support, and trusted guidance, while schools and organizations need knowledgeable partners who understand that effective programs require more than policies—they require practical systems, prepared professionals, family engagement, and solutions that work in real-world settings.
Kaynas Group LLC was created to help bridge the gap between families, schools, organizations, and the systems that support children. We believe navigating education and special education should not feel overwhelming. Our role is to help make complex processes more understandable, identify practical solutions, and create pathways that allow families and professionals to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Through family consultation, special education navigation, school and organizational consulting, professional development, program development, and speaking engagements, we work alongside families and professionals to turn questions into understanding and challenges into actionable solutions.
Our approach is collaborative, family-centered, school-informed, and solutions-focused. We recognize that every family, school, and organization has unique needs, which is why our work focuses on developing strategies that are both meaningful and practical.
At Kaynas Group, we believe that when families are empowered, professionals are supported, and systems are strengthened, children have greater opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.
We don't just help navigate systems—we work to strengthen the connections between the people within them.
Areas of Expertise
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Special Education Navigation
Expert guidance through the intricacies of IEPs and 504 plans to ensure every student’s needs are met.
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Leadership Development
Empowering educational leaders with the strategies and tools needed to foster inclusive school cultures.
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Program Development & Audit
Comprehensive evaluation and design of special education programs to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
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Inclusion Strategies
Practical solutions for creating classrooms where all learners belong and have equal opportunity to thrive.
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Higher Education Pathways
Bridging the transition from secondary to higher education for neurodivergent and special needs students.
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Family & Community Support
Individual family coaching and resource coordination to empower communities and the families within them.