Mckena Sullivan
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable school psychologist with strong foundation in assessing student needs and implementing effective interventions. Successfully collaborated with educators to support student well-being and enhance academic performance. Demonstrated skills in data analysis and counseling, consistently adapting to diverse educational environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist Intern
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Conduct psychological assessments to evaluate students' cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral functioning
- Conduct functional behavior assessments
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to gather comprehensive information for assessment purposes
- Facilitate group counseling sessions addressing topics such as social skills development, anger management, or grief support
- Consult with teachers, administrators, and parents to address students' academic and behavioral difficulties
- Provide recommendations for classroom accommodations, behavior management strategies, and academic interventions
- Prepare written reports summarizing assessment findings
- Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay informed about current trends and best practices in school psychology
- Utilize a variety of assessment tools and methods, including direct observation, interviews with teachers and caregivers, and behavior rating scales, to gather comprehensive data for functional behavioral assessment
Substitute Teacher
Moreno Valley and Val Verde School District
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Adhere to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher
- Comply with all school regulations and policies at all times
- Oversee the normal classroom activities
AVID Tutor
Moreno Valley Unified School District
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Conduct and lead tutorial sessions of small groups of students up to 7
- Facilitate student learning in a challenging, yet supportive environment in the middle school setting
- Being attentive to the emotional, intellectual, and social needs of each student
- Assist in teaching study skills and other skills necessary for college preparation
- Provide feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students
Teacher
KinderCare
10.2015 - 01.2022
- Before and after schoolteacher for grades TK-6th grade
- Maintain a safe environment
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
Education
Master of Science - Psychology, PPS Credential
Cal Baptist University
04-2024
Associate - Early Childhood Education
Mount San Jacinto Community College
05.2019
Bachelor's degree - Psychology and Human Development
Cal State University San Bernardino
01.2019
Skills
- Psychoeducational Evaluation
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Multicultural Competence
- Group Counseling
- Psychological Assessment
- Behavioral assessment
- Learning disability identification
- Relationship Building
- BIP understanding
References
- Tonya Koehler, School Psychologist, tkoehler@mvusd.net, Mentor
- Patty Wohanka, School Psychologist, pwohanka@mvusd.net, Mentor
Timeline
School Psychologist Intern
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 04.2024
Substitute Teacher
Moreno Valley and Val Verde School District
02.2021 - 01.2023
AVID Tutor
Moreno Valley Unified School District
01.2021 - 01.2023
Teacher
KinderCare
10.2015 - 01.2022
Associate - Early Childhood Education
Mount San Jacinto Community College
Bachelor's degree - Psychology and Human Development
Cal State University San Bernardino
Master of Science - Psychology, PPS Credential
Cal Baptist University
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