Cherie Frey
Hartford,WI
Summary
Accomplished School Psychologist with a proven track record in both Milwaukee Public Schools and the School District of Waukesha, excelling in individual assessment, communication, collaboration, report-writing, and presentation of data. Served as a leader among colleagues, frequently sought out for guidance and support. Strong ability to get along with others and adapt to challenges. Well-versed in provision of student and family support, and crisis intervention. Expert in leveraging emotional support to enhance student well-being and academic success. Renowned for compassionate communication and organizational prowess, significantly improving IEP compliance and student outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Psychologist
School District Of Waukesha
02.2003 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- 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.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Led staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
School Psychologist
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
08.1994 - 02.2003
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to assess goals and progress.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Implemented prevention-oriented support groups for students.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI06.1994
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI06.1988
High School Diploma -
Hartford High School
Hartford, WI06.1984
Skills
- Individual and family support
- Emotional Support
- Mental health assessments
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- BIP understanding
- Youth and adolescent development
- Suicide Prevention
- Group Counseling
- Cultural Competency
- Individual support
- Individualized education programs
- IEP compliance
- Evidence-based practices
- Formal evaluations
- Licensed in Wisconsin
- Classroom observations
- Compassionate
- Verbal and written communication
- Multitasking strength
- Documentation
- Data Collection
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Testing protocols
- Organizational abilities
Certification
- License 7062 - School Psychologist - Lifetime
Timeline
School Psychologist
School District Of Waukesha
02.2003 - 06.2024
School Psychologist
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
08.1994 - 02.2003
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
Marquette University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Marquette University
High School Diploma -
Hartford High School
- License 7062 - School Psychologist - Lifetime
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