- I have a special interest in dismantling systems of oppression, being and acting ant-racist, and ensuring equitable opportunities, all balanced within a significant context of local control I have recently facilitated trainings as the FASP Professional Development Chair in the following areas: Assisting Leadership Teams in Developing Positive, Proactive, and Equitable Student Codes of Conduct, Disproportionate Representation of Students of Color in E/BD: Implications for School Psychologists, Best Practices in Grassroots, Social Justice, and Legislative Advocacy: Skill Building for School Psychologists, Best Practices in Culturally Responsive School Mental Health Services for Children’s Anxiety and Depression, and Understanding and Supporting Gender Diverse Students
Patricia Vickers
School Psychologist
St. Cloud,FL
Summary
Experienced School Psychologist, Supervisor and community engagement expert skilled in relationship and team building with internal and external professionals to provide total resource availability to students and families offering 30+ years in education.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
School Psychologist
School District Of Osceola County, Florida
St. Cloud, Florida
08.2020 - 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.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to assess goals and progress.
- 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.
- Led staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.
Supervisor of Psychological Services
School District Of Osceola County, Florida
St. Cloud, Florida
08.2012 - 06.2020
- Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
- Assessed personnel performance and implemented incentives and team-building events to boost morale.
- Supervised 36 School Psychologists, School Psychologist Interns, and administrative assistants and provided constructive feedback, resulting in higher morale and increased employee retention.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, and conducted performance reviews.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
- Mentored office employees on proper administrative procedures and how to use programs such as Microsoft Office, keeping operations consistent and efficient for maximum performance.
- Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to legally defensible service.
- Coached team members to deliver hospitable, professional service while adhering to federal and Florida Department of Education regulations.
- Quickly responded to questions via phone and email and finding appropriate solutions to staff and parent issues.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to Director.
- Conducted ongoing reviews of evaluation instrument protocols and other products to ensure that team members had the necessary resources to complete assignments.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
- Created and conducted training for School Psychologists and school-based Section 504 Designees.
- Mentored Section 504 Designees to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to consistent, legally defensible service.
- Led process improvement and problem-solving efforts to create standard procedures for School Psychologists and school-based Section 504 Designees.
- Codified Section 504 Procedures, structures, and processes to promote consistency in implementation of Section 504 Accommodation Plans.
- Conducted Office for Civil rights complaints and other investigations into complex or sensitive parent complaints, identifying solutions swiftly to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with school board attorneys on complex situations requiring legal advice.
- Managed Section 504 files and records for over 3000 students and adhered to federal and state procedures.
- Kept abreast of new Section 504 and School Psychological products and services to effectively answer questions and resolve complaints.
- Collaborated as a team member of the District MTSS Committee to provide training and ongoing technical support to school-based MTSS teams in utilizing Problem-Solving/Response to Intervention to provide tiered levels of supports based on student need.
- Collaborated with the Florida PBIS Project to ensure effective implementation of PBIS within designated school sites.
MTSS Specialist
University Of South Florida/Florida Dept. Of Educa
Tampa, Florida
03.2008 - 08.2012
- Participated with the Region 3 Differentiated Accountability team in providing professional development with regional district partners to assist with implementation of the Problem-Solving Process within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports.
- Worked directly with district and school-based Problem Solving Teams to develop and implement MTSS at the lowest performing schools in Central Florida.
- Lead the team of MTSS Specialists throughout the state as the Coordinator of the Unit of MTSS Specialists to ensure consistent messaging across the state.
- Resolved district-related problems, improved operations and provided exceptional support to district and school leadership teams.
- Collaborated with other members of the Region 3 Differentiated Accountability team to review schools' performance data, develop improvement plans, and review results of implemented plans.
- Collaborated with school and district personnel to understand needs and provide consultation services.
School Psychologist
School District Of Osceola County, Florida
Kissimmee, Florida
08.1993 - 03.2008
- 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.
- Lead staff and faculty trainings to support implementation of functional behavior assessments/behavioral intervention plans, Section 504 procedures, eligibility for Exceptional Student Education programs, etc.
- Served as the school-based Section 504 Designee and Child Study Team leader for six years as a site-based School Psychologist.
- Served as the District Section 504 Facilitator for two years.
- Served as the District RtI/MTSS Facilitator for two years.
Education
Ed.S. - School Psychology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 08.1987 - 05.1990
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX 08.1981 - 05.1984
Skills
Youth and adolescent development
undefinedAffiliations
Florida Association of School Psychologists (FASP) - member since 1987
Currently hold the position of Professional Development Chair on the FASP Executive Board, previously held the following positions while serving on the Executive Board for 12 years - East Central Regional Representative, Secretary, Awards Chair, Professional Development Chair
Additional Information
Professional Development Trainings Created/Co-Created and Presented/Co-Presented include
Various Section 504 Trainings for new Designees, veteran Designees, and School Psychologists
Conducting Legally Defensible Manifestation Determination Reviews
Utilizing Data-Based Decision-Making and Problem Solving within an MTSS Framework
Evaluating for Characteristics of Dyslexia Under Section 504
Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments/Behavior Intervention Plans
Youth Mental Health Awareness
Interests
Timeline
School Psychologist
School District Of Osceola County, Florida
08.2020 - Current
Supervisor of Psychological Services
School District Of Osceola County, Florida
08.2012 - 06.2020
MTSS Specialist
University Of South Florida/Florida Dept. Of Educa
03.2008 - 08.2012
School Psychologist
School District Of Osceola County, Florida
08.1993 - 03.2008
Ed.S. - School Psychology
University of Central Florida
08.1987 - 05.1990
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Texas State University
08.1981 - 05.1984
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