SARAH SIMPSON
Timnath,CO
Summary
Dedicated School Psychologist with a solid foundation in intelligence, academic, and behavioral assessments at Ridgeview Classical Schools. Successful in crisis prevention and intervention strategies, trauma-informed care, and enhancing staff training and parent engagement. Experienced in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and various counseling approaches to effectively support at-risk students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Ridgeview Classical Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Currently acting as School Psychologist at Ridgeview since 2021.
Completed Mental Health First Aid Instructor training in 2023.
Maintained CPI instructor certification while leading certification classes at Ridgeview Classical School.
Led behavior and crisis team, conducting staff training on de-escalation techniques and crisis response.
Administered intelligence, academic, and behavioral assessments to evaluate student needs.
Utilized Cognitive Behavior Therapy for student interventions and support.
Conducted suicide assessments and developed safety plans for at-risk students.
Performed risk and threat assessments to ensure school safety protocols.
BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST
Ridgeview Classical Schools
08.2015 - 08.2021
- Addressed behavioral difficulties of students within classroom and external settings.
Advised teachers on implementing intervention strategies to improve student engagement.
Met with parents regularly to foster strong partnerships between home and school.
PARAPROFESSIONAL
Ridgeview Classical Schools
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Engaged with students individually and in small groups to address academic struggles effectively.
Supplied necessary educational resources to promote accessibility and learning success.
Worked alongside teachers to implement focused interventions for diverse student needs.
SECURITY OFFICER
McKee Medical Center
Loveland, Colorado
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Served as a certified Crisis Prevention Intervention instructor at McKee Medical Center since 2010.
Conducted regular safety checks to uphold security standards throughout the facility.
Maintained a visible presence in the Emergency Room to enhance patient and staff safety.
Monitored patients on mental health holds to ensure safety for both individuals and caregivers.
Education
Ed.S -
Fort Hays State University
05.2021
M.S. - School Psychology
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS07.2020
B.S. - Psychology, Applied Behavioral Analysis
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA01.2011
A.A.S. - Criminal Justice
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA01.2010
Emergency Technician I Certificate - Emergency Medicine
Red Rocks Community College
Denver, CO10-1999
Skills
- Behavioral assessments and crisis intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Risk assessment and documentation
- Staff training and faculty development
- Mental health advocacy and support
- Data analysis and collection
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Parent engagement and collaboration
- Problem solving and solutions-focused approaches
- Team collaboration and emotional intelligence
- Group therapy facilitation and play therapy techniques
- Positive behavior supports and behavior modification
- Child development and adolescent development
- School-wide prevention programs and suicide prevention training
- Special education expertise and IEP compliance
- Testing protocols and regulatory compliance
- Substance abuse prevention strategies and community resource intelligence
Certification
- 2025-Certified Clinical Trama Professional
- 2025-Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist
- 2023- Mental Health First Aid Instructor
- 2019-Mental Health First Responder
- 2010-2014-2018-2020-2022-Crisis Prevention Institute Instructor Certification
- 2021-current- Colorado Department of Education Special Services Licensure
- 2000-Certified Nurses Aid
- 1999-Emergency Medical Technician I
Affiliations
- I enjoy gardening, golfing, bike riding, hiking, traveling and spending time with my husband, children and grandchildren.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Ridgeview Classical Schools
08.2021 - Current
BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST
Ridgeview Classical Schools
08.2015 - 08.2021
PARAPROFESSIONAL
Ridgeview Classical Schools
08.2013 - 08.2015
SECURITY OFFICER
McKee Medical Center
08.2010 - 08.2013
Ed.S -
Fort Hays State University
M.S. - School Psychology
Fort Hays State University
B.S. - Psychology, Applied Behavioral Analysis
Kaplan University
A.A.S. - Criminal Justice
Kaplan University
Emergency Technician I Certificate - Emergency Medicine
Red Rocks Community College
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