School Psychologist Resume Samples

Description :

1. Provided comprehensive School Psychological services to students with language- based learning disabilities, ages 4-11 years.
2. Monitored and addressed social-emotional needs of students in therapeutic special education classrooms through evidenced-based interventions and daily consultation with teachers and specialists.
3. Provided social development group counseling services to all Lower School students, addressing issues of social skill development, reciprocity, social communication, emotional awareness, attention, anxiety, impulse control, self- esteem, self -advocacy, perspective taking, and conflict resolution.
4. Provided individual counseling on an as-needed, daily and weekly basis, addressing issues of grief, bereavement, anxiety, anger management, behavioral challenges, regulation, self-esteem, and problem solving.
5. Led counseling groups specialized for adopted children and for children with divorced parents, ages 6-13 years.
6. Designed and monitored functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans to increase work completion, on-task behavior, positive social interactions, self-monitoring and behavior regulation.
7. Consulted with teachers, staff, parents, and administrators on individual student progress and collaborated on promoting positive milieu, foster academic success and social competency in students.
8. Scheduled and led parent meetings and phone conferences to provide continuous at- home strategies to help support children's academic and social-emotional development.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

School Psychology

Description :

1. Conducted and wrote over 800 psycho-educational assessments to identify special needs and develop a behavior modification and support plan that maximized student learning in the classroom and at home.
2. Provided a differential diagnosis for learning disabilities as well as social and emotional concerns.
3. Collaborated effectively with parents, teachers, school leadership, health providers, attorneys, and community agencies to develop the most appropriate plans, resulting in a 30% school attendance increase for students receiving services.
4. Maintained well-organized files and records; Selected for electronic file conversion pilot program.
5. Identified successful alternative school placement for children with special needs and emotional disturbance, achieving a 75% success rate of behavioral improvement in alternative placement.
6. Provided ongoing case management for students receiving counseling services.
   
7. Asked to participate in back-to-school night and teacher hiring based on positive and value-added interactions with the parents, teachers, and students.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Master Of Arts

Description :

1. Guided teams and collaborated with building administrators to develop a multi-tiered system of academic and behavioral supports at the secondary level.
2. Developed procedural guidelines and facilitated building level Problem Solving Team to meet the needs of varied learners based on teacher referrals and universal screening data.
3. Managed and analyzed data, including standardized test results, universal screening data, and common formative assessment results.
4. Presented findings to the Principal, district administrators, and department chairs.
5. Gathered building level data to evaluate the effectiveness of the core curriculum, as well as to identify students in need of intervention, as part of the development of an RtI system at the secondary level.
6. Conducted needs assessment of high school students and collaborated with Student Service Team to develop prevention programs and counseling groups that addressed depression and awareness of available mental health resources.
7. Conducted psycho-educational evaluations for special education eligibility and supported special education staff in the development of IEPs, particularly transition planning, goal writing, identification of appropriate accommodations/supplementary aids, and determining service levels.
8. Managed a caseload of individual counseling cases and participated on the crisis intervention team, providing support to students, staff, and the community during various crises.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Master Of Science

Description :

1. Conducted cognitive, academic, behavioral and socioemotional assessments.
2. Co-facilitated Special Education team, providing professional recommendations for data based decisions regarding special education qualification and placement in accordance with federal and state law.
3. Established consultative partnerships with general education teachers, special education teachers and building administration to address multiple student needs both academic and behavioral.
4. Designed and implemented behavior interventions for whole class and individual student behavior management.
5. Utilized a variety of progress monitoring tools to track individual student growth across time and ensure fidelity of intervention implementation.
6. Provided group and individual instruction of social skills utilizing evidence based Second Step and Model Me Kids curriculums.
7. Developed and implemented safety plans and behavior plans for several children in both general and special education populations.
8. Provided individual counseling and problem solving coaching for individual students experiencing significant life events.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Psychology

Description :

1. Analyze evaluation data and formulate hypotheses and conclusions relating to learning and behavioral issues.
2. Interpret State and federal rules, laws and policies as they relate to identification, placement and service provisions for students with disabilities or gifted ability and maintain current knowledge of same.
3. Participate as a member of school educational planning teams and staffing teams to develop assistance plans for at-risk students.
4. Determine test score eligibility or non-eligibility of individuals for programs and services for disabled students.
5. Communicate evaluation findings to parents, teachers and others through written reports and oral presentations.
6. Provide training and assistance in intervention techniques and strategies designed to improve student success in the school setting.
7. Select, administer, score and interpret individual tests of intelligence, academic achievement, psychological processing, and personality and attitudes to referred students.
8. Develop appropriate interventions and strategies to assist individual students in academic growth and school adjustment.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Doctorate Of Philosophy

Description :

1. Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies for medical, vocational, or social services.
2. Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
3. Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.
4. Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.
5. Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.
6. Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and other services, such as behavioral management systems.
7. Attend workshops, seminars, or professional meetings to remain informed of new developments in school psychology.
8. Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Evaluation of students as well as consultation with parents and school personnel on issues relating to appropriate educational placement, programming, and management.
2. Tracked dates and completed MET reports to achieve compliance with federal guidelines; collected data from all MET members for inclusion in the required documentation.
3. Consultation with teachers and other school staff as related to behavioral change programs and ongoing Special Education needs of disabled children.
4. Coordinated efforts with the Student Study Teams so that evaluations flowed smoothly from the screening phase through the evaluation, and into the IEP process for students who qualify for services.
5. Coordinate with related services: Speech, Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and ASDB.
6. Attended conferences to keep up with current information in the field of School Psychology.
7. Worked with preschool through grade 12, serving as the only school psychologist for a district of about 1400 students.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Specialist In School Psychology

Description :

1. Conducted comprehensive evaluations, including ecological, curriculum based measurement, dynamic assessment, and standardized testing.
2. Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders / Specialized in early intervention as per IDEA and the Autism Spectrum.
3. Developed, implemented, and evaluated behavior intervention plans / Contributed to IEP development for children with learning, language, and emotional disabilities.
4. Referred student and parents to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.
5. Provided individual and group counseling on issues related to self esteem, social skills development, drug and alcohol abuse, divorce, peer interaction, and educational challenges.
6. Trained and supervised interns / Referenced and used various therapy techniques, including family systems, cognitive behavior therapy and lifespan integration.
7. Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Leadership

Description :

1. Provide professional development to district staff and offer educational workshops for parents.
2. Conduct comprehensive psychological and educational evaluations, using a variety of instruments to assess intellectual ability, academic achievement, and behavioral needs.
3. Serve as the team leader of the department's professional development committee.
4. Provide other comprehensive psychological services including academic interventions, crisis management, individual and group counseling, behavior management training, and consultation.
5. Facilitate intervention assistance team and evaluation team meetings.
6. Collaborate with parents, teachers, and community resources to address the learning, behavioral, and emotional needs of students.
7. Conduct functional behavior assessments and develop individualized behavior intervention plans, for students with severe emotional/behavioral needs.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Psychology

Description :

1. Determined eligibility for educational diagnosis of learning disabilities affecting students' academic success as mandated by federal law.
2. Evaluated the effectiveness of academic programs, behavior management procedures, and other services in the school setting.
3. Systematically reassessed children with special educational needs as appropriate.
4. Conducted assessments with referred students who may not qualify for special education services but are in need of assistance due to behavioral or perceptual problems.
5. Screened students' mental status, providing supportive counseling and crisis intervention/de-escalation.
6. Established strong interpersonal relationships through consultation, individual counseling, group counseling, and family counseling.
7. Developed, implemented, monitored, and revised behavioral goals and objectives to meet specific needs of students' learning abilities.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Provide direct services to students such as individual, group, and crisis counseling, instruction, and mentoring for those struggling with academic, social, emotional, and behavioral problems.
2. Promote overall well-being and resilience by strengthening communication, social skills, problem solving, anger management, self-regulation, self-determination, and optimism.
3. Enhance understanding and acceptance of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
4. Collaborate with educators, students, and families to identify and address barriers to school success.
5. Design and implement progress monitoring systems.
6. Evaluate eligibility for special education services within a multidisciplinary team and develop and support effective individualized instruction.
7. Collaborate with administrators to collect and analyze data related to school improvement, student outcomes, and accountability requirements.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Skilled in providing assessment services to children referred for special education or currently receiving special education services.
2. Proficient in providing group and individual counseling to students in special education.
3. Experienced in providing and interpreting academic assessments, intelligence testing and behavior assessments.
4. Active in facilitating Individual Educational Plan meetings with parents and teachers.
5. Adept in composing behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessments for students.
6. Excellent in providing problem solving recommendations and consultation to teachers in their classrooms.
7. Creative in facilitating workshops for the school staff on topics pertinent to facilitating positive reforms within the school setting.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Psychology