CRISTINA GREEN
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dedicated School Psychologist focused on helping all students meet their goals. Knowledgeable and well-versed in IDEA and Section 504. Experienced in assessing, analyzing, and interpreting student data to make informed decisions regarding individual learning needs. Nationally Certified School Psychologist Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exceptional processing, multi- tasking, and organization skills
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nationally Certified School Psychologist
Scott County Public Schools
Georgetown, KY
08.2004 - Current
- Coordinated multidisciplinary evaluations for special education and Section 504 eligibility.
- Conducted appropriate cognitive, academic, and behavioral assessments utilizing testing and diagnostic practices as they are referred through the Special Education Department.
- Consult regularly with teachers, parents, and administrators on a variety of topics.
- Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students (group and individual).
- Monitored and served as a school and district-wide resource regarding compliance with IDEA, Kentucky State Regulations, and Section 504.
- Authored the district's Parent Guide to Special Education.
- Chaired a middle school positive behavior support team to lead the development and implementation of a SWPBS system utilizing the Safe and Civil Schools Curriculum.
- Planned and executed monthly middle school pep rallies as part of the SWPBS system.
- Served on district-level Response to Intervention team during planning and implementation rollout.
- Compiled and disseminated a Research-Validated Interventions Binder to all schools.
- Created the "Bullying Reference Guide for Bus Drivers" in district and led driver trainings on the topic
- Assisted administration with reviewing and analyzing universal screening measures, broad-level assessment data, and state assessment data for program planning.
- Provided trainings and serve as a resource for progress monitoring strategies and data analysis.
- Facilitated in collection of district wide student and teacher survey data related to bullying, analyzed data, and shared school specific presentations to administrators for intervention planning.
- Led school-based program evaluation (including data collection and statistical analysis) to determine effectiveness of a school-wide "Club Day" in increasing the overall feeling of school belonging for the student body.
- Presented at multiple conferences on various topics at the state, national, and international level.
- Developed curriculum (Project Empower) and led support groups of victims of bullying.
- Assisted the Director and Assistant Director of Special Education in developing and presenting in-service training programs for school personnel and parents.
- Provided monthly training sessions for teachers and parents on various topics identified by surveys.
- Developed interview format and rating forms for use by the Director/Assistant Director of Special Education and interview committee for new hires.
- Member of the district and school-level Crisis Response Team.
- Authored the district handbook, continue to lead and support implementation, and serve as a district wide resource for Threat Assessment.
- Maintain and continuously analyze district wide threat assessment data to inform interventions.
- Monitored students' academic progress, mental health and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Followed-up with outside mental health service providers to coordinate in-school support.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students' educational goals.
- Oversaw training and development for school faculty and staff to convey program goals and intervention strategies.
- Cultivated strong student, parent, faculty and community relationships.
- Established developmentally-appropriate support groups and activities for elementary-aged students.
- Collaborated with social work professionals to assist students in emotional and social growth.
- Updated documentation and wrote reports detailing treatment plans and progress.
- Provided consultation to parents and teachers on learning styles and behavior modification techniques.
- Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.
- Maintain current knowledge in my professional area, including pertinent federal law and state special education regulations.
- Provided trainings for Kentucky state educational cooperatives regarding Response to Intervention implementation and procedures for using the RtI model for special educational eligibility in Kentucky.
- Created and maintain the School Psychologist's Couch, which is a website containing helpful information and resources for student stakeholders.
Owner/Creator
DJ Green Entertainment
Lexington, KY
06.2016 - Current
- Serve as CEO for my personal small business DJ Green Entertainment (https://djgreenentertainment.com)
- Meet with clients to discuss options and details for each special event.
- Serve as event Emcee, utilizing exceptional verbal communication to keep events moving smoothly and provide a fun and inviting atmosphere.
- Ability to "read the room" at each event to ensure all guests are enjoying their time.
- Utilized well-developed communication, active listening and engagement skills when interviewing guests, speaking with callers and taking song requests on-air.
- Set up and operated audio and video equipment at diverse events.
- Performed sound checks to verify proper equipment operation.
- Developed event-specific playlists by aligning music with event functions.
- Communicated with venue owners to determine music preferences, scheduling and anticipated event attendance.
- Accepted song requests from event guests.
- Promoted services on social media.
- Engaged guests with group dances, competitions and games.
- Facilitated written contract completion for bookings.
- Drafted invoices for services rendered and collected payments from customers.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Coach
Volunteer Coach for city-based Little League
Lexington, KY
07.2021 - Current
- Volunteer coach for little league baseball, softball, and basketball.
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Established professional relationships with team members and coaches.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented rigorous practice routines to enhance player skills and promote teamwork.
- Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Adhered to equipment and apparel standards to promote safety and fair play and made new equipment orders when appropriate.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
Professional Photographer
Cristina Green Photography
Lexington, Kentucky
05.2006 - 12.2020
- Served as CEO and sole photographer for my personal business Cristina Green Photography.
- Photographed special events, parties and portraits.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
- Cropped, manipulated and performed color balance for final images.
- Explained price and package details to customers.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands and tripods for shoots.
- Set up lights, backdrops and props for shoots and events.
- Improvised photographic methods and techniques.
- Maintained various studio equipment.
- Tracked studio inventories and ordered new supplies when needed.
- Boosted revenue, developed marketing strategies, solicited clients and closed sales.
- Automated office operations to manage client correspondence and record tracking and data communications.
- Strengthened membership loyalty, executing flawless customer service and account management.
- Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
- Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.
- Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
Research Assistant
CCLD, University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
06.2004 - 06.2005
- Responsible for coding data (discourse analysis); developing, administering, and summarizing findings from a state-wide survey regarding literacy concerns; and planning, marketing, and hosting the first Kentucky Literacy Research Symposium.
Assistant Site Director/Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
Lexington, KY
05.1999 - 08.2002
Varsity Assistant Softball Coach
Henry Clay HS
Lexington, OR
01.2002 - 06.2002
- Assisted coaches in organizing and leading practices, drills, and team meetings.
- Created game plans and strategies to help improve player performance on the field.
- Organized post-game events such as banquets or awards ceremonies for the varsity team.
- Provided guidance to student athletes regarding college recruitment opportunities.
- Maintained records of team statistics throughout the season and tracked individual player performance.
- Helped organize fundraising efforts for special projects related to the varsity program.
- Supervised team members during road trips ensuring proper conduct at all times outside of the stadium and arena.
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Established professional relationships with team members and coaches.
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Developed and implemented rigorous practice routines to enhance player skills and promote teamwork.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
- Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.
- Adhered to equipment and apparel standards to promote safety and fair play and made new equipment orders when appropriate.
Volunteer
Jesse G. Harris Psychological Services Center, University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
01.2002 - 05.2002
- Responsible for front desk responsibilities, scheduling, filing, and assisting in scoring and interpreting psychological assessments.
Education
Specialist in Education - School Psychology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY08.2005
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY01.2002
Skills
- Nationally Certified School Psychologist
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional processing, multi-tasking, critical analysis, and organization skills
- Efficient
- Advanced technology knowledge and skills
- Two time Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools Best Practice Award Winner
- In-depth knowledge of student disabilities, law, accommodations, and modifications
References
Administrators
- Tammy Bisotti, Previous Director of Special Education (several years as my direct supervisor) | tammy.bisotti@scott.kyschools.us
- Paul Krueger, Director of Elementary Education | paul.krueger@scott.kyschools.us
- Sherri Beth Mullanix, Assistant Principal | sherribeth.mullannix@scott.kyschools.us
Colleagues
- Caroline Fields, Physical Therapist | caroline.fields@scott.kyschools.us
- Leslie Anglin, Occupational Therapist | leslie.anglin@scott.kyschools.us
- Jordan Spurlock, School Psychologist | jordan.spurlock@scott.kyschools.us
- Rachel Johnson, Speech Language Pathologist | rachel.johnson@scott.kyschools.us
- Jenny Lusby, Special Education Teacher/Team Leader | genevieve.lusby@scott.kyschools.us
- Susan Rudzik, Achievement and Compliance Coach | susan.rudzik@fayette.kyschools.us
- Kelly Stewart, Orientation and Mobility Specialist | kellyjstew01@gmail.com
More references listed along with available letters on my eportfolio site!
Certification
- Level 1 Google Certified Educator (2017-Current)
- NASP National Certification for School Psychology (2012-Current)
- Kentucky State Certification for School Psychology (2004-Current)
Awards
- 2013 - KAPS Best Practice Award (General Practice)
- 2013 - Scott County Middle School Employee of the Year
- 2009 - KAPS Best Practice Award (Organizational Development)
- 2006 - Invited to participate in the Oxford Round Table, Oxford, England
- 2001-2002 - Dean's List
- 1999 - 2002 - National Dean's List
Presentations
Refereed International Conference Presentation:
- Almasi, J. F., Garas, K., Cho, H., MA, W., Shanahan, L., Augustino, A., & Green, C. (2005, April). Social and Linguistic Development among K-3 Students who Participate in Peer Discussions of Text. Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Montreal, Quebec.
State Conference Presentations:
- April & May 2019, Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools: SLD Identification Utilizing Response to Intervention: How Scott County's Process has Evolved.
- October 2007, Kentucky Safe Schools Conference: "I'm going to KILL you!" Are they serious? Should we be concerned? and How Risk Assessment Can Help You Decide.
Presentations throughout the state of Kentucky:
- April 2023: OVEC (State Directors and Administrators): The Evolution and Process of Using the RtI for Special Education Eligibility in Scott County.
- December 2022: OVEC (School Psychologists): The Evolution and Process of Using the RtI for Special Education Eligibility in Scott County.
- September 2022: GRREC (School Psychologists): The Evolution and Process of Using the RtI for Special Education Eligibility in Scott County.
- September 2022: CKEC (SPED Directors): The Evolution and Process of Using the RtI for Special Education Eligibility in Scott County.
University of Kentucky:
- Annual presentation to School Psychology graduate students regarding Threat Assessment in the Schools.
District Presentations/In Service Training Topics (offered to admin, faculty, and staff):
- ADHD
- Autism
- Behavior 101
- Book Discussion: "Why are all the black kids sitting together in the cafeteria?" and other discussions about race.
- Bullying
- Child Abuse
- Confidentiality/FERPA
- Dyslexia
- Mood Disorders
- New SPED Teacher Trainings
- OCD
- ODD
- Qualitative Reading Inventory - 5th Edition
- Referring Students for Special Education
- Response to Intervention
- Ruby Payne's Framework for Understanding Poverty
- Sexting and Cybersafety
- Stress
- Threat Assessment
- Tourette Syndrome
Professional Development Training
- Special Education/Section 504 Law/Regulations/Procedures: 100+ Hours
- Mental Health Issues in Schools: 100+ Hours
- Assessment: 100+ Hours
- Bullying/Cyberbullying/Relational Aggression: 65 Hours
- Positive Behavior Supports: 100+ Hours
- Response to Intervention: 100+ Hours
- Behavior Disorders/Interventions: 70 Hours
- Autism: 60 Hours
- Ethics: 60 Hours
- Threat Assessment: 50 Hours
- District Administrative Professional Development: 43 Hours
- Suicide: 40 Hours
- Counseling: 25 Hours
- Crisis Prevention: 22 Hours
- Executive Functioning: 20 Hours
- Applied Behavior Analysis: 20 Hours
- Google Apps for Education: 12 Hours
- School Climate: 12 Hours
- Technology: 11 Hours
Technical Expertise
- PC and Mac Proficient
- Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel programming language)
- Web Development and Maintenance
- SPSS and Minitab
- Google Apps for Education
- Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, InDesign, Acrobat, Premier Pro
- Music Software: Rekordbox/Serato, Audacity, Mixed in Key, OBS, Ableton
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Timeline
Coach
Volunteer Coach for city-based Little League
07.2021 - Current
Owner/Creator
DJ Green Entertainment
06.2016 - Current
Professional Photographer
Cristina Green Photography
05.2006 - 12.2020
Nationally Certified School Psychologist
Scott County Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
Research Assistant
CCLD, University of Kentucky
06.2004 - 06.2005
Varsity Assistant Softball Coach
Henry Clay HS
01.2002 - 06.2002
Volunteer
Jesse G. Harris Psychological Services Center, University of Kentucky
01.2002 - 05.2002
Assistant Site Director/Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
05.1999 - 08.2002
Specialist in Education - School Psychology
University of Kentucky
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
- Level 1 Google Certified Educator (2017-Current)
- NASP National Certification for School Psychology (2012-Current)
- Kentucky State Certification for School Psychology (2004-Current)
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