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SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Professional Summary

Nationally and state certified School Psychologist skilled at motivating, communicating and advocating for students dealing with mental health and learning disorders. Seasoned practitioner with 10 years of experience in a school setting as well as experience in the private sector.

Skill Highlights
  • Nationally Certified School Psychologist
  • New York State Certified-Provisional
  • MANDT Certified
  • CPR and First-Aid Certified
Accomplishments

Served on the Response-to-Intervention committee, Twice Exceptional Task Force, and Crisis Response Team while employed with Spotsylvania County Schools.

Professional Experience
August 2005
to
June 2015
Spotsylvania County School DistrictFredericksburg, VirginiaSchool Psychologist
  • Conducted psychological evaluations for special education eligibility purposes, including cognitive, achievement, social/emotional, and behavioral assessment.
  • Regularly worked in two elementary and one high school within the district, serving approximately 3,400 students.
  • Attended and participated in Child Study Team meetings.
  • Consulted with teachers regarding pre-referral interventions and strategies.
  • Consulted with regular and special education teachers on students to determine appropriate interventions, accommodations, and services for students.
  • Attended Individualized Education Plan, 504, and Manifestation Determination meetings as requested.
  • Conducted cognitive testing to assist in determining eligibility for gifted programming including consideration for "twice exceptional" services.
  • Utilized crisis interventions and act as a member of school-based critical incident response team, including the use of MANDT techniques.
  • Assisted on the Response to Intervention development team.
  • Attended professional development activities related to school psychology, child abuse, school law, assessment practices, and other subjects.
  • Created and conducted professional development activities for teachers, administrators, school psychologists, and school staff on topics requested, such as "Bringing Data to Child Study," "Intervention vs.
  • Accommodation," and other relevant topics as requested.
October 2007
to
January 2009
Behavioral Healthcare of FredericksburgFredericksburg, VirginiaSchool Psychologist
  • Conducted psychological evaluations for referred patients, including cognitive, achievement, social/emotional, and behavioral assessment.
  • Provided clinical impressions and consulted on potential diagnoses.
July 2005
to
August 2005
Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCESNewark, New YorkSummer School Psychologist
  • Facilitated group counseling sessions at the elementary and high school level.
  • Provided individual and group counseling for students.
  • Acted as a member of the crisis team utilizing Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP) techniques.
September 2004
to
June 2005
Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCESNewark, New YorkSchool Psychologist Intern
  • Conducted psychological evaluations for special education eligibility purposes.
  • Worked in elementary, middle, and high school settings, providing individual and group counseling as well as support to classroom teachers when needed.
  • Acted as a member of the crisis team utilizing SCIP techniques.
  • Attended IEP meetings and participated in writing counseling goals and determining services.
  • Conducted FBAs and worked with teachers to implement and monitor behavior plans.
Education and Training
2005
Rochester Institute of TechnologyRochester, New YorkMS: School Psychology

Coursework in School Psychology and School Psychology and Deafness

2002
State University of New YorkGeneseo, New YorkBA: Psychology

Coursework in Psychology and Human Development

Served as Psychology Club President and member of Psi Chi Honor Society

Professional Affiliations

National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) since 2001

Virginia School Psychology Association (VPA) 2005-2015

Skills

Experienced in psychoeducational assessments as well as mental health evaluations for special education eligibility determination

Experience in group, individual, and crisis counseling

Skilled at facilitating eligibility and Child Study Team meetings

Proficient with computers, including the use of Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel, and online platforms including IEP Online and Synergy

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Spotsylvania County School District
  • Behavioral Healthcare of Fredericksburg
  • Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES

School Attended

  • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • State University of New York

Job Titles Held:

  • School Psychologist
  • Summer School Psychologist
  • School Psychologist Intern

Degrees

  • MS : School Psychology
    BA : Psychology

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