ROBYN RIX
PUYALLUP,WA
Summary
Results-focused School Psychologist with 22 years of experience guiding student of all ages and functioning levels. Skilled at evaluations, blending collaborative problem-solving, educational planning, and student/family support. Proven success in implementing academic intervention strategies and special education compliance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Psychologist
Orting School District
08.2017 - Current
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted 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.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for addressing students'' unique learning needs.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, community agencies, and other professionals involved in the care of students with special needs or disabilities.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for continuous improvement.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities by assessing potential accommodations or modifications required for diverse learners within the general education curriculum.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
- Supported the transition process for students entering new educational settings, ensuring smooth integration and appropriate accommodations.
- Contributed to increased graduation rates by identifying barriers to success and providing targeted support services for struggling students.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
School Psychologist
Federal Way Public School District
08.2012 - 08.2017
School Psychologist
Bethel School District
08.2008 - 08.2012
Contracted School Psychologist
Santa Rosa City Schools
08.2007 - 06.2008
Contracted School Psychologist
Milpitas Unified School District
01.2007 - 06.2007
Project Manager of Testing Development
Riverside Publishing
06.2005 - 01.2007
School Psychologist
Lakeland School District
08.2004 - 06.2005
School Psychologist
Shoreline School District
08.2001 - 06.2004
School Psychologist Intern
Kent School District
06.2000 - 06.2001
Substitute Teacher
Moscow School District
08.1998 - 06.2000
Education
Education Specialist - School Psychologist
University of Idaho
Moscow, IDMasters of Education - Counseling And Human Services
University of Idaho
Moscow, IDBachelor of Arts - Psychology And Secondary Education
University of Idaho
Moscow, IDAssociate of Arts - Elementary Education
North Idaho College
Coeur D'alene, IDSkills
- Behavior supports
- Academic intervention strategies
- Solutions-focused
- Collaborative problem-solving
- Psychoeducational evaluations
- Individual and family support
- Special Education compliance
- Multicultural competence
- Positive, goal oriented thinker
- Strong communication skills
- Understanding of differential learning
Accomplishments
-
Certification
- Nationally Certified School Psychologist
- Washington ESA School Psychologist Certification
- Washington ESA School Certification
- Washington Secondary Education 6th-12th Certification in Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology
Timeline
School Psychologist
Orting School District
08.2017 - Current
School Psychologist
Federal Way Public School District
08.2012 - 08.2017
School Psychologist
Bethel School District
08.2008 - 08.2012
Contracted School Psychologist
Santa Rosa City Schools
08.2007 - 06.2008
Contracted School Psychologist
Milpitas Unified School District
01.2007 - 06.2007
Project Manager of Testing Development
Riverside Publishing
06.2005 - 01.2007
School Psychologist
Lakeland School District
08.2004 - 06.2005
School Psychologist
Shoreline School District
08.2001 - 06.2004
School Psychologist Intern
Kent School District
06.2000 - 06.2001
Substitute Teacher
Moscow School District
08.1998 - 06.2000
Education Specialist - School Psychologist
University of Idaho
Masters of Education - Counseling And Human Services
University of Idaho
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Secondary Education
University of Idaho
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
North Idaho College
- Nationally Certified School Psychologist
- Washington ESA School Psychologist Certification
- Washington ESA School Certification
- Washington Secondary Education 6th-12th Certification in Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology
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