Sarah Jordan
Carmichael,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven school psychology professional prepared to contribute to student success and well-being. Proven track record in conducting psychological assessments and developing individualized educational plans. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments, leveraging counseling and consultation skills to achieve positive outcomes. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
School Psychologist
Woodland Joint Unified School District, Tafoya Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Performed Psycho-educational and behavior assessments with diverse populations at an elementary school.
- Enhanced student-teacher relationships through consultation services aimed at fostering empathetic understanding of individual student needs and experiences.
- Consultation and advising to the admin and staff regarding challenging cases.
- Facilitated weekly special education department meetings and shared best practices within the field.
- Completed individual counseling with a highly challenging caseload.
- Wellness team member for the site, attended weekly meetings to consult regarding site-wide student concerns.
- Attended updated X-bass training.
Support Provider for Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment (BTSA)
Sacramento County Office of Education
01.2016 - 01.2012
- Provided weekly, on-site support and guidance to six participating teachers at private schools across the Sacramento area.
- Assisting teachers in creating and adjusting personalized growth plans based on the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP).
- Conducting formal and informal classroom observations and providing constructive, evidence-based feedback.
- Helped teachers collect evidence, maintain Formative Assessment System processes, and build a professional teaching portfolio.
- Worked with new teachers, site administrators, and district coordinators to facilitate a successful transition into the teaching profession.
- Guided teachers through formative assessment training and supported them in preparing for end-of-year induction presentations.
Elementary School Teacher
Memphis City Schools
10.2011 - 01.2008
- Taught in low-income, high-need areas of Memphis.
- Taught in First, Second, and Third Grade.
- Monitored and evaluated student performance through formative and summative assessments. Worked closely with instructional coaches to improve student achievement in reading and math.
- Established a positive, structured classroom environment promoting social-emotional learning.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences and partnered with staff to enhance school-wide performance.
- Utilized interactive whiteboards and educational apps to boost student engagement.
Elementary School Teacher
Sacramento City Unified School District
08.2007 - 01.2000
- Taught in First, Second, and Fifth Grade.
- Didion, Pony Express: High-income areas, GATE-trained
- Freeport, Oak Ridge: Title 1 Schools, establishing member of the PBIS team
- Monitored and evaluated student performance through formative and summative assessments. Worked closely with instructional coaches to improve student achievement in reading and math.
- Established a positive, structured classroom environment promoting social-emotional learning.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences and partnered with staff to enhance school-wide performance.
- Pursued professional development during the summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops, and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Participated in after-school tutoring programs, offering individualized support for students struggling academically.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA 08.2008 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA 08.1991 - 05.1997
Skills
- Experience with diverse cognitive evaluation tools
- Provides detailed psychological reports
- Strong Consultative Services
- Excellent Team collaboration and leadership skills
- Development of Behavior Plans
- Suicide Risk Assessments
- Solutions-focused
- Knowledge of Community resources and services
- Consultation with outside providers
- PBIS trained
- Trauma-informed practices
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- IEP compliance
Affiliations
- Member National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
- Member, California Association of School Psychologists (CASP)
Certification
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential, School Psychology California State University, Sacramento, CA, May 2022.
- Administrative Services Credential California State University, Sacramento, May 2008
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with CLAD emphasis California State University, Sacramento, December 1997
Work Availability
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Timeline
School Psychologist
Woodland Joint Unified School District, Tafoya Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Support Provider for Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment (BTSA)
Sacramento County Office of Education
01.2016 - 01.2012
Elementary School Teacher
Memphis City Schools
10.2011 - 01.2008
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
California State University, Sacramento
08.2008 - 05.2010
Elementary School Teacher
Sacramento City Unified School District
08.2007 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Sacramento
08.1991 - 05.1997