Robert H. Blanchette
Eustis,FL
Summary
Passionate Educational Psychologist & Counselor motivated to inspiring individuals (K-Adult) towards maximally self-actualizing their behavioral, emotional & educational potential. Outgoing, flexible, and responsible team player. Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and well developed interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Derivative expertise founded in my private practice focused on adult & child emotional and psychological development. Results and goal oriented professional with many years of personal & professional education-related experience. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Experienced and knowledgeable with employing IT applications required for efficient and proficient completion of professional duties. Committed to life long learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Psychologist, Counselor
Private Practice
Eustis, FL
08.2003 - 08.2024
- Individual psycho-educational counseling
- Marital/Relationship counseling
- Family counseling
- Personal/Professional development consulting
- Personality Assessment (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator)
School Psychologist
Osceola County School District
Kissimmee, FL
08.1988 - 05.2003
- Educated families about available resources that can help meet their children's needs both inside and outside the classroom environment.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with behavioral issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate services across multiple agencies serving students with special needs.
- Provided individual counseling services to students.
- Facilitated school-based meetings to discuss student IEPs and progress toward goals.
- Delivered educational workshops on topics related to child psychology, special education law, working with diverse populations and trauma-informed care.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and other professionals in the development of Individualized Education Programs.
- Conducted psychological evaluations to assess cognitive abilities, learning disabilities, social-emotional functioning and adaptive behavior.
- Provided consultation services to school staff regarding effective strategies for addressing student behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Advised school personnel on best practices when dealing with difficult situations involving students.
- Actively engaged in professional development activities such as attending conferences or taking continuing education courses.
- Watched students interact in academic and social situations.
- Met with parents and teachers to learn more about students under evaluation.
- Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselor Education
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-1988
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida05-1983
High School Diploma -
Crossland High School
Oxen Hill, Md.05-1969
Skills
- Cognitive Psychology
- Individualized Education Plans
- Academic advising
- Special Education
- Child Development
- Social Psychology
Certification
Fl. Department of Health, School Psychologist...SS 1185 / Expiration Nov. 30, 2025
Accomplishments
- Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
- Honorable Discharge, U.S. Army
Timeline
Educational Psychologist, Counselor
Private Practice
08.2003 - 08.2024
School Psychologist
Osceola County School District
08.1988 - 05.2003
Master of Arts - Counselor Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Florida
High School Diploma -
Crossland High School
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