Angela Tollison
Dayton,NV
Summary
Seasoned School Psychologist specializing in individual assessment with expertise in developing individualized education plans and 25+ years experience in the field. Eager to work with students of all ages, backgrounds and all types of emotional, behavioral and academic needs. Excellent communication, problem-solving , leadership and relationship building skills.
Also, a caregiver for a loved one with serious mental illness. Active in NAMI Northern Nevada as a family support group facilitator, trainer and advocate at the state level. Recently made public comment at the Interim Senate Finance Committee on behalf of safe, affordable supportive housing for individuals with serious mental illness.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Storey County School District
08.2022 - Current
School Psychologist
Alview-DairyLand School /district
07.2021 - Current
School Psychologist
Lyon County School District
02.2021 - 06.2022
School Psychologist
Madera County Superintendent Of Schools
08.1985 - 06.2020
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
Education
Early Chidhood Education
Fresno Community Collège
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University
Psychology
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OHMaster of Science - Psychology
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CASkills
- Individualized education plans
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Licensed in California and Nevada
- Infant, preschool, and adolescent development
- Individual and family support
- Formal evaluations
- Faculty Training
Accomplishments
California Association of School Psychologists Presenter-State Conference Summer 2019
Certified LEAP Trainer
University of Washington, Psychosis REACH Family Ambassador Trainee
State Trainer NAMI Family Support Group Facilitator Training
State Trainer NAMI Western Nevada Provider Education Training
NAMI Western Nevada Course Trainer Family to Family Class, Summer 2022
NAMI Western Nevada Speaker for various Crisis Intervention Trainings (CIT) for local law enforcement, Carson City, Douglas County, State Police Academy
Speaker for NAMI Nevada public service announcement 2021
NAMI Western Nevada Board Member; Chair Education Programs; Member Recruitment/Interview Committee
Affiliations
National Alliance on Mental Illness, Western Nevada Affiliate
Nevada Association of School Psychologists
Timeline
School Psychologist
Storey County School District
08.2022 - Current
School Psychologist
Alview-DairyLand School /district
07.2021 - Current
School Psychologist
Lyon County School District
02.2021 - 06.2022
School Psychologist
Madera County Superintendent Of Schools
08.1985 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University
Psychology
Bowling Green State University
Master of Science - Psychology
California State University - Fresno
Early Chidhood Education
Fresno Community Collège
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