Chaquita Niamke
Summary
Outcome-oriented school psychologist with 12 years of experience in leading school-based special education teams. Adept at communicating clearly and thoroughly, managing cases, overseeing clinical procedures, and training personnel. Proficient in conducting data analysis and streamlining processes needed to close learning gaps and improve student outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner, Clinical Director
Center for Student Potential and Growth
05.2019 - Current
- Conduct independent educational evaluations for students with suspected attention and learning disorders
- Train parents and school professionals on school advocacy, executive functioning skills, and neurodiversity
- Facilitate parent sessions for literacy and home-based interventions
- Provide executive functioning coaching for students (teens through adult learners)
- Counsel students to address mental/behavioral health challenges that affect academic and social learning
School Psychologist
Total Education Solutions
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct individual psycho-educational assessments of children referred to school teams for consideration for special education
- Streamline processes with school referral systems to improve efficiency with RTI teams
- Meet with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs
- Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings to assess goals and progress
- Complete required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning
- Facilitate staff training sessions to improve competency in the areas of evaluation and assessment
School Psychologist
PSI Solutions
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determined academic and mental health needs
- Established and utilized formal testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services
School Psychologist
South Euclid Lyndhurst City School
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Conducted individual psycho-educational assessments of children referred to school teams for consideration for special education
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs
- Coordinated and oversaw special education case management for intervention specialist
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct Manifestation Determination Reviews (MDRs), Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Conferred with students, parents, and school officials to resolve education-related issues
- Provided group and individual social emotional support to students
- Maintained, evaluated, and disseminated schoolwide achievement data to determine appropriate grouping for underperforming students
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention
School Psychologist
Total Education Solutions
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Conducted individual psycho-educational assessments of children referred to school teams for consideration for special education
- Streamlined processes with school referral systems to improve efficiency with RTI teams
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to assess goals and progress
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Facilitated staff training sessions to improve competency in the areas of evaluation and assessment
Staff School Psychologist
Positive Education Program
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Conducted non-medical psychiatric intakes for new clients
- Supervised special education and mental health staff
- Facilitated companywide staff training sessions for the social-emotional program provided to students
- Conducted individual counseling to students
- Implemented a new wellness program for students and staff
- Conducted weekly treatment staffing regarding student progress and needs
- Provided crisis support to students
- Reviewed and updated IEPs and ISPs to ensure adequate services
- Revised individual treatment plans for clients with mental health concerns to obtain best possible outcomes
- Built partnerships with over 30 school districts to facilitate a streamline referral processes for incoming students
School Psychologist
Maple Heights City Schools
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Conducted individual psycho-educational assessments of children referred to school teams for consideration for special education
- Provided parent and staff consultation
- Reported comprehensive psycho-educational assessment findings to school teams and parents
- Facilitated staff training sessions for continuing education
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology Specialist
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio05.2013
Master of Art - Psychology
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio12.2008
Skills
- Leadership
- Collaborative problem solving
- Planning and implementing programs
- Teamwork
- Innovation
- Community partnerships
Certification
- State Board of Psychology (License No. SP 00631)
- ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider
- Project Management Professional (In Progress)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
School Psychologist
Total Education Solutions
08.2024 - Current
School Psychologist
PSI Solutions
09.2023 - 07.2024
School Psychologist
South Euclid Lyndhurst City School
01.2021 - 06.2023
Owner, Clinical Director
Center for Student Potential and Growth
05.2019 - Current
School Psychologist
Total Education Solutions
02.2018 - 12.2020
Staff School Psychologist
Positive Education Program
07.2016 - 07.2018
School Psychologist
Maple Heights City Schools
08.2013 - 06.2016
Master of Art - Psychology
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Cleveland State University
Master of Arts - Psychology Specialist
Cleveland State University
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