Deidra Gutierrez
Monterey Park,USA
Summary
Experienced mental health professional with expertise in school psychology and disability awareness. Skilled in assessing student and family needs and implementing effective intervention strategies to improve emotional, behavioral, and academic development. Demonstrated success in collaborating with parents, community organizations, and educators, utilizing crisis intervention and counseling skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. School Psychologist Program Administrator
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Conduct monthly professional development for School Psychologists focused on best practices and leadership development.
- Facilitate specialized training district-wide as a PREPaRE Crisis Prevention and Preparedness Trainer and as a Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Instructor.
- Collaborate with BCBA and School psychologists on the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans and supports.
- Provide targeted coaching and support to new School Psychologists as they transition into their roles.
- Support colleagues on change of placement cases including residential and non-public school (NPS) placements.
- Led crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for students and families while maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, community agencies, and other professionals involved in the care of students with special needs or disabilities.
- Utilized research-based practices to inform decision-making processes related to school-wide mental health initiatives and intervention strategies.
- Increased parent involvement by hosting workshops and informational events focused on supporting children''s academic success and emotional wellbeing.
Special Education Program Administrator
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2023
- Collaborated and consulted with special education school teams to develop comprehensive special education programs that adhere to special education policies and provide access to all students.
- Led and assisted in the planning of professional development on Special Education topics, 504 Plans, disability awareness, social-emotional functioning and psycho-educational best practices.
- Supported parent-school partnership by addressing concerns and coordinating appropriate follow-up with multidisciplinary teams.
- Coordinate district-wide crisis response efforts to ensure timely and effective support across school sites.
- Provided on-site support to special education teams by providing consultation and collaboration before/during/after IEP meetings.
- Developed strong partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources and support for students with disabilities.
- Advocated for students' rights and needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations in all school settings.
Bilingual School Psychologist
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Implemented and monitored academic, social-emotional and behavioral interventions as part of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) model.
- Provided indirect interventions in the form of collaboration and consultation with teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents.
- Managed crisis situations as a team leader by adhering closely to best practices protocol.
- Conducted comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations using a range of culturally responsive assessment tools.
- Acted as 504 & Student Study Team (SST) Coordinator.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions, promoting healthy communication skills and peer relationships among participants.
- Fostered positive behavioral changes in students, implementing behavior modification techniques and social skills training.
- Facilitated supportive school culture, advocating for policies that prioritize student mental health and well-being.
Bilingual School Psychologist
San Diego Unified School District
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Provided psychological services to students with a full range of federal handicapping conditions (mild to severe) in both general education and specialized settings.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions to support student social-emotional well-being and learning progress.
- Collaborated with educators, parents, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Conducted school-wide needs assessment and utilized findings to inform targeted interventions across grade levels.
- Conducted comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations and 504 plans for students across the fourteen primary disability categories.
- Streamlined referral processes for special education services, ensuring timely support for students with additional needs.
Education
Ed.S. - School Psychology
San Diego State University
05.2013
M.A. - Education, Concentration in Counseling
San Diego State University
05.2011
B.A. - Psychology
University of Southern California
05.2009
Skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) with strong communication skills
- Experienced in professional development and training design
- Proficient in psychoeducational assessment and case management
- Advocate for trauma-informed, equity-focused mental health support
- Skilled in crisis response and de-escalation
- Technically proficient in SEIS, Welligent, Excel, and Google Workspace
Certification
- PREPaRE Crisis Prevention and Preparedness Trainer
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certified Instructor
Leadership Experience
- 2018-Present Home Office Coordination of Services Team Member
- 2017-2022 Lead Special Education Afterschool Activities Consultant
- 2016-2018 Lead School Psychologist
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. School Psychologist Program Administrator
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Program Administrator
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2023
Bilingual School Psychologist
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2015 - 07.2018
Bilingual School Psychologist
San Diego Unified School District
07.2012 - 07.2015
M.A. - Education, Concentration in Counseling
San Diego State University
B.A. - Psychology
University of Southern California
Ed.S. - School Psychology
San Diego State University
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