Cassandra Eissa

School Psychologist

Pinellas County Schools

Largo, FL

08.2015 - Current

Conducted psychological evaluations to assess cognitive abilities, learning disabilities, social-emotional functioning, and adaptive behavior.
Utilized data collection methods such as surveys, interviews, observations and review of records to develop comprehensive reports on students' academic performance.
Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.
Provided individual and group counseling services to students.
Provided consultation services to school staff regarding effective strategies for addressing student behaviors in the classroom setting.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with behavioral issues.
Facilitated school-based meetings to discuss student responses to interventions.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate services across multiple agencies serving students with special needs.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and other professionals in the development of Individualized Education Plans.
Actively engaged in professional development activities such as attending conferences or taking continuing education courses.
Maintained accurate records of all interactions with students, families, and school staff through a confidential student services database.
Held a leadership role in the Psychological Services Department, including active participation in monthly team leader meetings, and facilitation of the professional learning committee.
Practicum student supervisor and mentor to early-career school psychologists.
Served as Gifted Testing Coordinator, responsible for the management of open gifted evaluations in the district and assigning cases to school psychologists.