Krysta Adams
Marble Falls,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Austin Independent School District
07.2023 - Current
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
School Psychologist
Liberty Hill Independent School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
School Psychologist
Marble Falls Independent School District
08.2008 - 05.2020
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members on topics related to mental health awareness, classroom management, and social-emotional learning.
Adjunct Professor
Texas Tech University
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Taught behavior management for teacher courses, providing instruction to up to 15 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
Education
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Saint Edwards University
Austin, Tx05.1996
Skills
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Academic Intervention Strategies
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Psychoeducational Evaluation
- Evidence-based practices
- Classroom observations
- Testing protocols
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Learning disability identification
- Individualized education programs
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking strength
- Psychological Test Batteries
Timeline
School Psychologist
Austin Independent School District
07.2023 - Current
School Psychologist
Liberty Hill Independent School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
Adjunct Professor
Texas Tech University
01.2012 - 05.2014
School Psychologist
Marble Falls Independent School District
08.2008 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Saint Edwards University
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