Ellen Rivas
Wauwatosa
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated School Psychologist with 9 years of experience supporting students' academic, emotional, and behavioral well-being. Skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments, developing targeted intervention plans, and implementing crisis intervention strategies. Experienced in collaborating with educators, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to foster positive student outcomes. Passionate about utilizing expertise in educational assessment, multi-level systems of support, behavioral intervention, and consultation to serve diverse student and family populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Psychologist
Wauwatosa School District
01.2016 - 06.2023
- Conducted comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to evaluate students' cognitive, academic, and socio-emotional needs
- Led a multi-level systems of support (MLSS) team to implement individualized intervention plans for students with academic and behavioral challenges
- Provided direct counseling services and crisis intervention for students experiencing emotional distress or trauma
- Collaborated with special education teams to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, ensuring appropriate accommodations
- Collected and analyzed student data to monitor progress and adjust intervention strategies accordingly
- Served as a liaison between families and community mental health resources to provide additional support services
- Participated in the building leadership team to support the growth and success of school and district-wide initiatives
Building School Psychologist
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Administered reevaluation assessments to evaluate students' cognitive, academic, and socio-emotional needs
- Provided direct counseling services, small group behavioral interventions, and crisis intervention to support students facing emotional and behavioral challenges
- Led the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) team to develop school-wide social, emotional, and behavioral competence
- Collaborated with special education teams to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, ensuring compliance
- Assisted in implementing multi-level systems of support (MLSS) and behavioral intervention plans to improve student outcomes
- Collected and analyzed student data to monitor progress and adjust intervention strategies accordingly
- Served as a liaison between families, educators, and community mental health services to provide wraparound support for students
Education
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - School Psychology
Loyola University Chicago
01.2014
Master of Science (M.S.) - Psychology
Marquette University
01.2011
Skills
- Assessment Tools (WISC-V, BASC-3, WPPSI-IV, ABAS-3, WIAT-4)
- Universal Screeners & Progress Monitoring Systems (AimswebPlus, FastBridge, NWEA MAP, Renaissance Star)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Restorative Practices
- IEP Management Systems
- Functional behavior assessments
Certification
- Lifetime License P001 - Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
- Trauma-Informed Care Training
Timeline
School Psychologist
Wauwatosa School District
01.2016 - 06.2023
Building School Psychologist
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2013 - 01.2016
Master of Science (M.S.) - Psychology
Marquette University
- Lifetime License P001 - Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
- Trauma-Informed Care Training
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - School Psychology
Loyola University Chicago
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