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Josie Wood

Greer,SC

Summary

I am a skilled School Psychologist experienced in working with preschool through high school aged students. I enjoy working with students of all backgrounds and all types of emotional, behavioral and academic needs. I possess excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills. I have worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance to others. I am passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

School Psychologist

School District Of Oconee County
07.2023 - Current


  • Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to assess goals and progress.
  • Selected, administered and scored psychological tests to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
  • Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to identify disabilities and assess eligibility for special services.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.

School Psychologist Intern

School District Of Oconee County
08.2022 - 05.2023

*See above

Nanny

Private Household
03.2020 - 08.2022
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and school projects.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Educational Services
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Psychometrist

Medical University Of South Carolina
06.2018 - 08.2019
  • Administered and scored various tests that assessed cognitive functioning, neurological functioning, and academic achievement.
  • Provided detailed observation information.
  • Assisted with report writing.

Graduate Assistant

The Citadel, Department Of Psychology
09.2017 - 07.2018
  • Held review sessions for undergraduate students.
  • Proctored tests and graded assignments.
  • Managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems.

Therapeutic Intern

William S. Hall Psychiatric Institute
06.2016 - 07.2017
  • Conducted therapeutic interactions with patients.
  • Provided meaningful observations and documentation of any behavioral, emotional, and physical changes in patients.

Education

Specialist in Education - School Psychology

The Citadel
Charleston, SC
08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05.2017

Skills

  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Intervention Planning
  • Behavior Modification
  • Psychoeducational Evaluation
  • Interdisciplinary Meetings
  • Individual and Family Support
  • Parent Consultation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Presentations

  

Wood, J., Fernald, L., & Dawes, J. (2023). Emotional Labor in School Psychologists, National Association of School Psychologists Annual Convention, Oral Presentation, Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO. 

Timeline

School Psychologist

School District Of Oconee County
07.2023 - Current

School Psychologist Intern

School District Of Oconee County
08.2022 - 05.2023

Nanny

Private Household
03.2020 - 08.2022

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Educational Services
01.2020 - 03.2020

Psychometrist

Medical University Of South Carolina
06.2018 - 08.2019

Graduate Assistant

The Citadel, Department Of Psychology
09.2017 - 07.2018

Therapeutic Intern

William S. Hall Psychiatric Institute
06.2016 - 07.2017

Specialist in Education - School Psychology

The Citadel

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of South Carolina
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