Cassandra Odell
Westminster,CO
Summary
Experienced with psychological assessments and intervention strategies tailored to student needs. Utilizes collaborative approaches with educators and families to foster supportive learning environments. Strong understanding of crisis management and counseling techniques, ensuring comprehensive student support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Psychologist
Jefferson County Schools
Westminster, CO
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and develop intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to create supportive learning environments for students with diverse needs.
- Designed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) in coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided crisis intervention and counseling services to students, fostering emotional well-being and resilience.
- Led initiatives to address diverse student needs through comprehensive counseling and evaluation strategies. Collaborated with educators and families to implement effective support systems. Oversaw the creation of tailored support plans to promote student success.
- Developed and implemented Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to equip children with behavior replacement strategies.
Social Emotional Learning Specialist and School Psychologist
Alice Terry Elementary School
Englewood, CO
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Building a positive school climate and culture by teaching students how to understand and manage emotions, set, and achieve positive goals, and make responsible decisions
- Consulting with school staff on prevention, de-escalation, and creating intervention strategies when social, emotional, and behavior issues arise
- Identifying opportunities for minimizing or addressing behavior issues in the future
Substitute Teacher
H. Frank Carey Junior-Senior High School
Franklin Square, NY
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Enhanced student learning by utilizing an eclectic instructional approach
- Maintained discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students
- Provided proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies to promote on-task behaviors
School Psychology Intern
New Hyde Park Memorial High School
New Hyde Park, NY
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Practiced multicultural competence to provide a flexible and accommodating learning environment that are consistent with the cultural values of the diverse population the school encompassed
- Provided social and emotional learning strategies to increase prosocial behaviors, enhance attitudes toward school, and diminish stress
- Performed psychological assessments to assess a student’s psychological functioning and provided recommendations
School Psychology Intern
Chatterton Elementary School
Merrick, NY
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Enhanced the quality of the school climate by contributing to the delivery of a multifaceted mental health curriculum
- Participated in the construction of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Monitored student progress and worked closely with school personnel to increase the quality and efficiency of services
Lead Testing Teacher’s Assistant
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Provided tutoring to doctoral students in the assessment course
- Collaborated with a team of faculty to actively corroborate new ideas
- Corrected protocols and located, organized, and filed the proper testing kit materials
School Psychology Practicum Student
Shoreham-Wading River High School
Shoreham, NY
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Participated on Kids in Needs (KIN) to identify students at risk and promote optimal success
- Conducted comprehensive psychological initial and triennial evaluations to assess students’ strengths and weaknesses based on their academic, social, and emotional needs
- Consulted and collaborated with school personnel to enhance student welfare
1:1 Teacher’s Aide
H. Frank Carey Junior-Senior High School
Franklin Square, NY
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided evidence-based scaffolding techniques to aid in task completion
- Worked in the Promoting Academics through Life Skills (PALS) program to support students on the autism spectrum
Research Assistant
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with faculty and students across different areas to conduct interdisciplinary research
Lead Preschool Teacher
Galileo Preschool
Coram, NY
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Established and maintained a classroom environment that effectively facilitates physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development
- Effectively consulted and provided daily updates on the children’s health and emotional well-being to parents
Behavioral Health Services Intern
SUNY College at Oneonta
Oneonta, NY
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Co-facilitated treatment readiness meetings and engaged with clients’ post-intake
Teacher’s Assistant, Cognitive Psychology
SUNY College at Oneonta
Oneonta, NY
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Reinforced lessons presented by the professor by reviewing material with the students one-on-one or in small groups
Education
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
SUNY College at Oneonta
Oneonta, NY12-2016
Skills
- Monitoring student progress
- Behavior modification
- Emotional awareness
- Cultural competency
- Evidence-based practices
- Suicide prevention
- Time management
- Mental health assessments
Affiliations
Member | National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
Certification
NCSP | Nationally Certified School Psychologist
LPCC | Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate – In Progress
Timeline
School Psychologist
Jefferson County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Social Emotional Learning Specialist and School Psychologist
Alice Terry Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
H. Frank Carey Junior-Senior High School
09.2020 - 03.2021
School Psychology Intern
New Hyde Park Memorial High School
09.2019 - 06.2020
School Psychology Intern
Chatterton Elementary School
09.2019 - 06.2020
School Psychology Practicum Student
Shoreham-Wading River High School
09.2018 - 06.2019
Lead Testing Teacher’s Assistant
Adelphi University
08.2018 - 05.2020
Research Assistant
Adelphi University
08.2018 - 05.2019
1:1 Teacher’s Aide
H. Frank Carey Junior-Senior High School
11.2017 - 06.2019
Lead Preschool Teacher
Galileo Preschool
05.2017 - 09.2017
Behavioral Health Services Intern
SUNY College at Oneonta
08.2016 - 12.2016
Teacher’s Assistant, Cognitive Psychology
SUNY College at Oneonta
08.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
SUNY College at Oneonta
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Adelphi University
PUBLICATIONS
Theodore, L.A., Bray, M. A., Gammie, L., Odell, C., Hoefler, L., Surdi, K., & Rumpf, L. (2021). Pediatric Cancer. Health-Related Disorder in Children and Adolescents (2nd Ed.).