Professional Experience
School Psychologist (Jan 2009 – Present)
North Hunterdon High School, Annandale, NJ
- Managed caseload of approximately 40 students, grades 9-12+, in both in- and out-of-district placements
- Collaborated with students, teachers, parents, and Child Study Team members to address educational and social-emotional concerns
- Conducted psychological and social-emotional assessment for eligibility determination and transition planning
- Facilitated IEP and evaluation planning meetings
- Developed and conducted professional development training sessions for district faculty
- Co-advisor, North Hunterdon High School Gay-Straight Alliance
- Developed and maintained district Child Study Team website
- Managed caseload of approximately 70 students, grades 9-12+, in both in- and out-of-district placements in a maternity leave position
- Collaborated with students, teachers, parents, and Child Study Team members to address educational and social-emotional concerns
- Coordinated service delivery with third party providers
- Conducted psychological and social-emotional assessment for eligibility determination and transition planning
- Conducted Functional Behavioral Assessments & developed data-based, empirically supported Behavior Intervention Plans
- Facilitated IEP, evaluation planning, and eligibility identification meetings
- Served on 11th grade Pupil Assistance Committee (PAC)
- Taught block schedule Multicultural Studies and British & American literature courses: Basic Skills, College Prep, and Honors
- Team-taught courses in both In-Class Support and interdisciplinary capacities
- Co-authored course proposal and curriculum for Shakespeare’s Comedy course
- Mentored new English teacher and supervised student teacher
- Trained teachers on incorporation of Web 2.0 technology into curriculum
- Authored multiple-choice items for the Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) standardized English proficiency test
- Analyzed, edited, and provided constructive editorial feedback on potential TOEIC items
