Mary Youngstrom
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Psychological services excelling in student engagement and relationship building. Skilled in classroom management and creativity in behavior plans and learning interventions.
I foster a positive learning environment that enhances student achievement and promotes effective parent-teacher communication. Committed to adapting strategies for diverse learning needs.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. I bring strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Sek Interlocal # 637
1992.08 - 2016.06
- Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and recommend interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with educators and parents.
- Provided counseling services to students, addressing emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Led training sessions for staff on mental health awareness and intervention strategies.
School Psychologist
Northeast Kansas Education Service Center
1991.08 - 1992.06
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for at-risk students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data-driven outcomes.
- Advocated for student needs within school policies and community resources.
- Established crisis intervention protocols to enhance school safety and student well-being.
School Psychologist
Tri-County Special Education
1990.08 - 1991.06
- 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.
Social Worker
Pittsburg Social and Rehabilitation Services
1988.06 - 1990.07
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions, ensuring immediate support for clients in distressing situations.
- Collaborated with external agencies to secure funding and resources for program sustainability.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
Education
Education Specialist - School Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.1990
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.1978
Master of Science - Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.1989
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Creativity in teaching
- Behavior management
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity planning
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
Accomplishments
- Co-Author of “Regular Education or Bust,” published for presentation at National Convention,National Association of School Psychologists, Dallas, Texas in 1991..
- Produced updated norming of IQ tests through consumer testing. I was involved in the development of new tests for preschool and intellectual tests for all ages.
- Collaborated with team members in the development of behavior interventions and IEPs.
- I conducted comprehensive psychometric evaluations including parental interviews, achievement tests and intelligence tests.
- I completed reports with suggested interventions in addition to testing results.
Affiliations
Member of National Association of School Psychologists
Member of Kansas Association of School Psychologists
S.E.K. Regional DirectorKASP
Presentation at NASP Dallas 1991
Presentation at NASP New Orleans. 1997
Timeline
School Psychologist
Sek Interlocal # 637
1992.08 - 2016.06
School Psychologist
Northeast Kansas Education Service Center
1991.08 - 1992.06
School Psychologist
Tri-County Special Education
1990.08 - 1991.06
Social Worker
Pittsburg Social and Rehabilitation Services
1988.06 - 1990.07
Education Specialist - School Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Pittsburg State University
Master of Science - Psychology
Pittsburg State University