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Alicia Samaniego

South Bay Union School District
Bonita,USA
Alicia Samaniego
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11
Years of experience

Dedicated education professional with three years of experience supporting K-12 students in school setting. Skilled in classroom management, behavior support, crisis interventions, collaboration with educators and families,and creating safe, positive learning environments. Adaptable, dependable, and committed to helping students succeed academically and socially.

Work History

School Psychologist Intern

4 Months
Chula Vista Elementary School District | 02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Greg Rogers Elementary School
  • Administered cognitive assessments to evaluate student learning needs, Classroom observations, Performed Functional Analysis Assessment to evaluate student behavior to assist in BIP and FBA, Developed psycho-educational reports to document findings and recommendations for student support, and Conducted meetings for initials and transition students.
  • Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and inform intervention strategies.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop individualized education plans (IEPs).
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions to support students' social-emotional development.

School Psychologist Intern

11 Months
Sweetwater Union High School District | 07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Ganger Jr. High School
  • Conducted cognitive assessments and academic assessments, classroom observations, and psycho-educational report writing.
  • Mar Vista High School
  • Conducted cognitive assessments, classroom observations, wrote psycho-educational reports, and facilitated initial and transition student meetings, as well as participated in IEP meetings
  • Sweetwater High School
  • Performed cognitive assessments to evaluate student learning needs and abilities.
  • Rancho Del Rey Middle School
  • Developed ERMHS report, including rating scales and interviews with parents, students, and teachers; collaborated with Ed specialist and ERMHS therapist

School Psychologist

2 Years 11 Months
South Bay Union School District | 07.2023 - 06.2026
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop comprehensive understanding of student needs.
  • Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
  • Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions addressing critical student issues.
  • Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
  • Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
  • Facilitated group counseling sessions, promoting healthy communication skills and peer relationships among participants.
  • Observed students in classroom and play environments.
  • Handled administrative responsibilities to ensure smooth operations while principal was unavailable
  • Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and inform intervention strategies.
  • Collaborated with educators to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.

Customer Service Representative

11 Months
South Bay Family YMCA | 04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly, enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Managed high volume of customer calls efficiently, ensuring minimal wait times and improved satisfaction.
  • Provided tailored advice and assistance to customers, addressing specific needs and preferences.
  • Executed various administrative and clerical tasks in an office environment

Senior Pharmacy Technician

2 Years 3 Months
OptumRx | 05.2015 - 08.2017
  • Answered incoming phone calls, addressing inquiries from customers and healthcare providers to ensure clarity and support.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to maintain accurate records and facilitate efficient pharmacy operations.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Resolved customer issues in-person and over the telephone, assisting with order placements, system navigation, and item location to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.

Education

Masters Degree & PPS Credential - School Psychology

Brandman University | Irvine, CA | 05-2023

Ed.S. in School Psychology with advanced training in psychoeducational assessment, behavior management, consultation, and special education.

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

San Diego State University | San Diego, CA | 05-2020
  • Dean's List/ Semester Honors 2019, 2020
  • Psi Chi Member 2020

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Southwestern College | Chula Vista, CA | 05-2018
Dean's List 2018

Skills

IEP development
Instructional Strategies
School Counseling Techniques
Behavioral Evaluations
Crisis Intervention Strategies
Psychological Interventions
Behavior management
Familiarity with IEP Process
Strong Written Communication Skills
Legal compliance in education
Time Management
Communicative
Adaptive

Certification

NASP PREPaRE School Crisis Prevention and Intervention Workshop 2: Responding to an Acute Traumatic Stressor in Schools, 3rd Edition Training - February 2023

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

School Psychologist

South Bay Union School District
07.2023 - 06.2026Read More

School Psychologist Intern

Chula Vista Elementary School District
02.2023 - 06.2023Read More

School Psychologist Intern

Sweetwater Union High School District
07.2022 - 06.2023Read More

Customer Service Representative

South Bay Family YMCA
04.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Senior Pharmacy Technician

OptumRx
05.2015 - 08.2017Read More

Southwestern College

Associate of Arts from Psychology
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San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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Brandman University

Masters Degree & PPS Credential from School Psychology
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Websites, Portfolios, Profiles

  • Https://asamani1.wixsite.com/my-site
  • Https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-samaniego-771941277/
Alicia Samaniego