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Lainey Meader

Summary

Recent graduate with a solid foundation in school psychology and practical experience acquired through academic projects and apprenticeships. Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start a fulfilling career and make significant contributions with unwavering commitment and determination.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Psychologist Apprentice

Muskegon Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Skills in psychological report writing
  • A knowledge of filling out a REED
  • Capacity to interview, consult, and counsel with other school personnel
  • Ability to successfully work with diverse populations
  • Skills in the administration and interpretation of intelligence and achievements assessments
  • FBA & PBSP Professional Development Training (MAISD)
  • Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
  • Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
  • Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Behavior Specialist

Muskegon Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • ABC Data collection
  • Direct Service to School Psychologist
  • Consultant for IEPs, PBSB, and FBAs
  • Improved student behavior by implementing individualized behavior support plans and strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive, effective treatment plans for students with behavioral challenges.
  • Designed visual supports and environmental modifications to promote optimal learning environments for students with behavioral challenges.

Waitress, Hostess, Food Runner, Line Cook

Phoenix Street Cafe
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.

Office Worker/Filing Clerk

County Clerk's Office
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Increased office efficiency by organizing and maintaining a well-structured filing system.
  • Maintained digital and physical files for projects, business records and customer accounts.

Education

M.S. & Psy.S. - School Psychology

Grand Valley University
Grand Rapids, MI
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Women's Studies

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2023

Skills

  • Functional behavior assessments
  • Academic intervention strategies
  • Collaborative Problem-solving
  • Positive behavior supports
  • Psychoeducational evaluation
  • Data collection

Accomplishments

  • Aquinas Women's Bowling Team MVP
  • NAIA Scholar Athlete
  • Aquinas Dean's List
  • Summa Cum Laude

Activities

Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, Aquinas Women's Bowling Team (2019- 2023)

  • Qualified for 2020 Sectionals

Certification


  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) (2023-Current)
  • QPR Suicide Prevention Training

Timeline

School Psychologist Apprentice

Muskegon Public Schools
08.2024 - Current

Behavior Specialist

Muskegon Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024

Waitress, Hostess, Food Runner, Line Cook

Phoenix Street Cafe
06.2023 - 07.2024

Office Worker/Filing Clerk

County Clerk's Office
07.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Women's Studies

Aquinas College

M.S. & Psy.S. - School Psychology

Grand Valley University
Lainey Meader