Katy Baker
Winchester,MA
Summary
Dynamic educator adept in creating and delivering inclusive curricula that align with Common Core Standards and meet the needs of diverse populations and settings. Experienced in individualized education programs, behavioral intervention plans, and emotional regulation techniques. Excel in communication, flexibility, evidence-based practice, and collaboration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Household Manager
Self-employeed
Winchester, MA
01.2015 - Current
- Support competing needs, schedules, and priorities of multiple individuals to maintain optimal outcomes.
- Manage expenses by creating detailed and effective budgets.
- Coordinate and employ interventions and accommodations for a child with disabilities.
School Counselor
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
Roxbury, MA
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Developed, delivered, and evaluated components of a comprehensive school counseling program that supports the diverse strengths and needs of students—many of whom receive special education and ESL services—in a turnaround school
- Wrote and delivered standards-based classroom guidance lessons specific to students' developmental level and in alignment with the MASCA Model, MA Curriculum Frameworks, and Common Core standards
- Delivered PATHS and Second Step social-emotional learning curricula to PreK-8 classrooms; developed activities in accordance with each program's scope and sequence
- Co-facilitated Student Support Team: used a Response to Intervention framework to identify students experiencing considerable academic and behavioral challenges, implement evidence-based interventions, and monitor progress
- Facilitated Common Planning Time: led interdisciplinary team meetings to collaboratively discuss grade-level successes and challenges, share best practices, coordinate student services, plan events, and enhance school climate
- Conducted universal screenings of K-5 students to determine academic and behavioral proficiencies via classroom observations, teacher consultation, and assessment data; enabled access to resources and reviewed each student's growth
- Led psychoeducational groups comprised of targeted students that focused on specific skill sets and behaviors (e.g., self-control, social skills, school readiness, self-esteem)
- Counseled individual students using varied approaches to address behavioral, mental health, and adjustment concerns
- Conferred with community partners (e.g., Department of Children and Families, Project Hope) to provide emergency services for families in crisis
- Developed, administered and analyzed needs assessments and outcome evaluations; maintained Student Support Information System database; prepared MARC documents demonstrating program efficacy
- Participated in IEP and 504 Plan meetings; conducted functional behavioral assessments; developed behavioral plans
- Wrote annual High School Guide to assist families with high school registration
- Boston Public Schools Guidance Counselor, 2012-2015
- City Connects PreK-5 Guidance Counselor/Services Coordinator, 2010-2012
- School Counseling Intern, 2008-2010
Instructor
Boston Public Schools Exam School Initiative
Boston, MA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Prepared middle school students for the Independent Schools Entrance Examination
- Created and delivered activities to enhance students' knowledge of material and test-taking skills
Boston Juvenile Court
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Counseled at-risk youth and their families, coordinated services related to their needs and court involvement
- Prepared young victims for testifying in sexual abuse interviews, grand jury hearings, and Superior Court trials
- Developed and led professional development training for staff and informational sessions at community meetings
Victim Advocate
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
Boston, MA
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Served as a liaison between the court and victims of crimes; prepared victims and witnesses for court proceedings; obtained restraining orders, safety housing, and bail notifications; provided referrals to social services from self-developed database
Roxbury District Court
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Supervised VWAs in the city's busiest courthouse; evaluated current practices and systems related to advocacy
- Counseled victims of child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, and firearm crimes
Education
C.A.G.S. - School Counseling
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, MA01.2010
Ed.M. - Risk and Prevention
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cambridge, MA01.2009
B.S. - Social Work
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY01.2003
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Special education expertise
- Data-driven decision-making
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Student Counseling
Certification
- School Guidance Counselor PreK-8 Licensure, 2010 | Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification, 2010 | Boston, MA
Timeline
Household Manager
Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
Instructor
Boston Public Schools Exam School Initiative
01.2009 - 01.2010
School Counselor
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
01.2008 - 01.2015
Boston Juvenile Court
01.2005 - 01.2008
Victim Advocate
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
01.2003 - 01.2008
Roxbury District Court
01.2003 - 01.2005
C.A.G.S. - School Counseling
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Ed.M. - Risk and Prevention
Harvard Graduate School of Education
B.S. - Social Work
Skidmore College
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