Kelly Belthoff
Salem,MA
Summary
Determined School Counselor with a record of helping students improve in the areas of emotional regulation, social awareness, self-control, and relationship skills. Passionate about providing SEL education to all students (Tier 1). Talented in meeting the RTI and IEP objectives by providing explicit instruction, advocacy, and counseling to Tier 2 and Tier 3 identified students. Extensive knowledge of the effects of trauma on students' ability to learn. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
School Adjustment Counselor
Beverly Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with parents, school faculty and administrators to address problems and grow student success.
- Provide Tier 1, 2, and 3 counseling and social thinking services and SEL classroom lessons for students in kindergarten through grade 4.
- Conduct Observations and present findings at IEP meetings.
- Develop IEP goals and objectives as a member of the special education team.
- Enhance student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions tailored to their specific needs.
- Develop strong rapport with both students and staff members by consistently demonstrating knowledge, leadership, professionalism, and adaptability in challenging situations.
- Provide consultation services during Professional Development sessions for school staff on best practices for classroom management and approaches that promote positive student behavior.
- Provide crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Act as Equity Coordinator and conduct bullying investigations.
- Act as 504 Coordinator and facilitate meetings and develop 504 plans for students.
- Member of the PBIS team to enhance student behavior and the school culture.
School Psychologist
Boxford Public Schools
01.2005 - 06.2022
- Created and implemented school-wide Response to Intervention (RTI) model and referral process for students with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
- Provided support to students with behavioral challenges using a Collaborative Problem Solving approach.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, including referring students and families to DCF and the mobile psychiatric crisis team.
- Collaborated with administrators to develop policies and protocols to ensure safe learning environments for all.
- Led school-wide morning meetings on Personal Safety and Anti-bullying.
- Facilitated small social thinking groups and weekly SEL lessons in each classroom.
- Conducted cognitive and social and emotional assessments for students with suspected disabilities, wrote comprehensive reports, and presented results and recommendations at IEP meetings.
- Taught students calming techniques through visualization, deep breathing, yoga, and muscle relaxation strategies.
Education
Certification of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) - School Psychology
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA08.1997
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
Montclair State University
Upper Montclair, N.J.12.1993
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Physical Education
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA05.1988
Skills
- Superior interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work well with colleagues, administrators, and families
- Thorough knowledge of SEL competencies and ability to create and deliver instruction to elementary school students in all five areas of competence as defined by CASEL
- Outstanding speaking and training ability for both small and large groups
- Effectively and calmly communicate and acknowledge students and parents' concerns on difficult topics with compassion and skill
- Successfully resolve challenges with students in crisis by using a Collaborative Problem Solving Approach
- Proven leadership ability with bullying investigations and student safety concerns
Certification
- NCSC - National Certified School Counselor
- School Adjustment Counselor Licensure (DESE)
- School Psychologist Licensure (DESE)
- Safety Care Trained
- Responsive Classroom Trained
- Yoga Teacher Trained (200 hours)
- Trained in Comprehensive School Threat Assessment (CSTAG)
- Trained in Olweus Anti-bullying program
- Trained in PBIS
- Equity coordinator
- 504 Coordinator
Additional Information
Ran the New York City Marathon on "Fred's Team) in 2009 and 2010 to raise funds for cancer research.
Timeline
School Adjustment Counselor
Beverly Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
School Psychologist
Boxford Public Schools
01.2005 - 06.2022
Certification of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) - School Psychology
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Physical Education
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
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