Holly Smith
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
Results-focused School Psychologist offering 16 years of experience supporting youth through formative years. Thoughtful facilitator of student achievement through simultaneously holistic and clinical approaches to overcoming obstacles. Systematic and detail-oriented bookkeeper with accurate data retention protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Battle Ground Public Schools
2008.08 - Current
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
School Psychologist
Medical Lake School District
2007.08 - 2008.07
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for continuous improvement.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
School Psychologist
Cheney School District
2007.04 - 2007.07
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for addressing students'' unique learning needs.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
Education
Master of Science - School Psychology
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WABachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WAAssociate of Arts - General Studies
Big Bend Community College
Moses Lake, WASkills
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Academic Intervention Strategies
- Solutions-focused
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Psychoeducational Evaluation
- Intervention Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Multicultural Competence
- Response to Intervention
- Data Collection
- School-Wide Prevention Programs
Additional Information
-Youth Mental Health First Aide Trainer
-IOL trainer
Timeline
School Psychologist
Battle Ground Public Schools
2008.08 - Current
School Psychologist
Medical Lake School District
2007.08 - 2008.07
School Psychologist
Cheney School District
2007.04 - 2007.07
Master of Science - School Psychology
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Eastern Washington University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Big Bend Community College
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