MONICA SMART Ed.S., NCSP
Eunice,NM
Summary
I am a goal-oriented School Psychologist adept at supporting special education programs by providing excellent psychological assessments, effectively communicating at EDT/IEP meetings, and applying intervention strategies tailored to individual student needs.
I strive to utilize collaborative approaches with educators and families to foster supportive learning outcomes.
As an experienced school psychologist, I also have a strong understanding of crisis management along with diverse counseling experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Psychologist
Eunice Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Consult with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conduct individual and/or group counseling and short-term interventions for key issues.
- Conduct functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Complete psychoeducational assessments for special education eligibility across the district.
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
REC 7 Hobbs
01.2021 - 06.2023
- School Psychological services across four districts
- Psychoeducational testing & report writing consistent with NM T.E.A.M & NASP ethical guidelines
- Maintenance of student and special education records, confidential reports and behavioral data
- Behavioral assessment & intervention
- 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.
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Soliant/Los Alamos Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Counseling services as a direct service provider in an elementary setting
- Behavior intervention including Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) development
- IEP team member
- Individual & Group counseling for students with Individual Educational Plans (IEP)
- Completed psychological assessments on an as-needed basis
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Cooperative Educational Services
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Company Overview: Roswell NM
- Educational & psychological special education assessment
- Eligibility Team Member
- IEP Team Member
- Roswell NM
Education
Educational Specialist - School Psychology
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA05.1993
BA - Psychology, Art History, Religion
Centenary College of Louisiana
Shreveport, LA05.1990
Skills
- Special education database proficiency
- Behavior analysis & intervention
- Departmental team player
- Psychoeducational assessment
- Evidence-based practice
- Positive behavior supports
Accomplishments
Nationally Certified School Psychologist
Certification
Level 3 New Mexico Supervising School Psychologist #249707 (Expires 6/2031)
Timeline
School Psychologist
Eunice Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
REC 7 Hobbs
01.2021 - 06.2023
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Soliant/Los Alamos Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2021
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Cooperative Educational Services
10.2016 - 05.2017
BA - Psychology, Art History, Religion
Centenary College of Louisiana
Educational Specialist - School Psychology
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
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