Christin E. Golich
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Behavior Intervention Specialist with a focus on the individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in the design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills in working with teachers, parents, and specialists to meet the educational needs of students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Virginia Beach Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students
- Offered crisis counseling and intervention at school, home and in community to support student needs
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance
- Provided emotional support to students and families
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education
Reading Specialist
Virginia Beach Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff
School Counselor
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential
- Monitored student progress in driving successful academic outcomes
- Presented information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Capella University
03.2023
Certificate Applied Behavior Analysis - Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN10.2019
Master's degree - School Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2014
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education/Prek
Chowan College
05.2004
Skills
- Team Meetings
- Group Activities
- Behavioral Skills Development
- ABA Techniques
- Behavioral Guidance
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Group Learning
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Social Behaviors
- Teacher Education
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Data-driven decision making
- Diverse groups presentations
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Academic advisement
Community Soccer Coach
I currently coach a U11 boys' soccer team with duties including practice and game coaching and the ongoing development of the student-athlete.
Timeline
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Virginia Beach Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Reading Specialist
Virginia Beach Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2018
School Counselor
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2017
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Capella University
Certificate Applied Behavior Analysis - Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University
Master's degree - School Counseling
Capella University
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education/Prek
Chowan College