Rayna Gardner
Rancho Cucamonga,California
Summary
School psychology professional with background in mental health and educational support. Adept at assessing and addressing student needs to promote well-being and academic success. Focuses on team collaboration and flexible responses to dynamic challenges. Known for empathy and analytical thinking.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Psychologist Practicum Student
Central School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Fostered a safe and supportive school environment by implementing positive behavior support systems.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes based on assessment results to inform instructional practices within the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop differentiated instruction techniques for diverse student populations.
- Provided crisis intervention services, addressing emergent mental health concerns among the student population.
- Promoted academic success with targeted interventions designed to address specific skill deficits in reading, writing, and math.
- Facilitated groups with as many as 10 participants to cover topics such as social skills and social emotional learning for over 6 weeks leading to improvement in their social skills and social emotional awareness.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Etiwanda School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Adapted quickly to various classroom settings and grade levels by demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong understanding of diverse curricula.
- Assisted permanent teachers in maintaining classroom routines, ensuring a seamless transition during their absence.
- Tailored instructional methods to accommodate various learning styles, optimizing academic success for all students.
Professional Nanny
Private Household
08.2015 - 08.2024
- Managed challenging behavior effectively by implementing positive discipline techniques tailored to each child's temperament.
- Fostered strong relationships with families, prioritizing open communication and trust-building. Which established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Child Care Teacher
Etiwanda School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Education
Ed.S And P.P.S - School Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05-2026
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA05-2023
Skills
- Psychoeducational evaluation
- Mental health awareness
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Trauma-informed practices
- Response to intervention
- Positive behavior support
- Data-driven decision making
- Multicultural competence
- Special education law
- Suicide prevention
- Academic intervention
- Counseling expertise
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Substitute Teaching Permit - California Department of Education.
Timeline
School Psychologist Practicum Student
Central School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Etiwanda School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
Child Care Teacher
Etiwanda School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Professional Nanny
Private Household
08.2015 - 08.2024
- CPR/AED Certification
- Substitute Teaching Permit - California Department of Education.
Ed.S And P.P.S - School Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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