Jose Avilez
Peoria,AZ
Summary
School Psychologist motivated to support student educational, behavioral and emotional needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Pendergast Elementary School District
07.2022 - 05.2025
- Help teachers and administrators screen, identify and refer children with learning disorders
- Administer tests and recommends placement of students for all special needs placement
- Assist in writing specific individual educational placement prescriptions for all children assigned to special education programs
- Conduct staffings as legally required prior to placement of children in special education programs
- Consult with Director of Pupil Services and appropriate administrators regarding the organization, development, and improvement of preventive, remedial, and special education programs for the District
- Serve as liaison or consultant to other professional personnel such as special education staff, nurses, classroom teachers, physicians, and private agencies
- Conduct follow-up evaluations as needed or required
- Participate in and conducts District and local school workshops and in-service training
- Maintain knowledge of new developments in the field and applies research in the classroom, school, and District
- Assist in maintaining appropriate records on all students referred and placed in special education programs
- Consult with appropriate personnel on special educational needs of children identified for placement in gifted program
- Prepare and submit required reports to Director of Pupil Services
- Attend staff, professional, and interagency meetings as requested by the Director of Pupil Services
- Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee
School Psychologist
Peoria Unified School District
07.2016 - 05.2022
- Provided individual, group and family counseling services to students.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with behavioral issues.
- Conducted assessments of student mental health needs and provided recommendations for interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and other professionals in the development of Individualized Education Programs.
- Conducted psychological evaluations to assess cognitive abilities, learning disabilities, social-emotional functioning and adaptive behavior.
- Developed crisis intervention plans for students in need of urgent mental health support.
- Facilitated school-based meetings to discuss student IEPs and progress toward goals.
- Provided consultation services to school staff regarding effective strategies for addressing student behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Assisted with the development of positive behavior supports systems within schools.
- Created a safe learning environment by developing policies aimed at preventing bullying or harassment among students.
- Advised school personnel on best practices when dealing with difficult situations involving students.
School Psychologist
Cartwright Elementary School District
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with educators to create individualized education plans for students with learning challenges.
- Provided counseling services to students, addressing social-emotional issues and promoting mental well-being.
- Trained staff on best practices for supporting students with behavioral concerns and mental health issues.
School Psychologist
Creighton Elementary School District
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students 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.
- Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and develop appropriate interventions.
Education
Master of Science - School Psychology
Ottawa University
02-2011
Skills
Psychoeducational Assessment & Reporting: Proficient in cognitive, academic, and social-emotional evaluation to guide data-based decision-making for IEP development
Counseling & Intervention: Skilled in individual/group counseling, crisis response, and the development of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Consultation & Collaboration: Expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, consulting with parents and teachers, and advocating for student needs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Psychologist
Pendergast Elementary School District
07.2022 - 05.2025
School Psychologist
Peoria Unified School District
07.2016 - 05.2022
School Psychologist
Cartwright Elementary School District
07.2015 - 05.2016
School Psychologist
Creighton Elementary School District
08.2011 - 05.2015
Master of Science - School Psychology
Ottawa University