Kimberly Johnson
MCDONOUGH,Georgia
Summary
Dedicated School Psychologist with a strong background in evidence-based practices and team collaboration, notably at Henry County Schools. Eager to work with students of all backgrounds and all types of emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Henry County Schools
07.2017 - Current
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- 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.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
School Psychologist Intern
Bulloch County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Collected case histories covering personal, work and social details for permanent records.
- Assessed available case data and prepared reports outlining findings and recommendations.
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
Graduate Assistant
Regents Center for Learning Disorders
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic needs.
School Psychology Practicum Student
Effingham County School District
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Social Services Case Manager
Pineland BHDD S.H.I.N.E Clubhouse
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Cultivated positive, trusting relationships with clients and community providers to promote effective coordination of resources.
- Exercised best practices when working with children of all ages.
- Transported students to and from the facility to ensure they received services.
- Facilitated social skills and life skills trainings with students.
Education
Education Specialist - School Psychology
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-2017
Master of Education -
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-2013
Skills
- Evidence-based practices
- Team collaboration
- Group counseling
- Testing protocols
- Formal evaluations
- Verbal and written communication
- 504 plans
- Response to intervention training
- Individual and family support
Affiliations
- National Association of School Psychologists Member
- Georgia Association of School Psychologists Member
Timeline
School Psychologist
Henry County Schools
07.2017 - Current
School Psychologist Intern
Bulloch County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
School Psychology Practicum Student
Effingham County School District
01.2016 - 05.2016
Graduate Assistant
Regents Center for Learning Disorders
08.2014 - 08.2016
Social Services Case Manager
Pineland BHDD S.H.I.N.E Clubhouse
08.2013 - 08.2014
Education Specialist - School Psychology
Georgia Southern University
Master of Education -
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Georgia Southern University
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