Sarina Weaver
West Chester,PA
Summary
School Psychologist with 20 years of experience working with students at all age levels and all developmental levels to support their learning needs. Supportive listener with creativity and sensitivity when treating individuals with varying psychological concerns. Excellent communication, problem-solving and relationship building skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
CCIU-Collegium Charter School
01.2024 - 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.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- 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.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
School Psychologist
CCIU- Child And Career Development Center
02.2007 - Current
- Conducts psycho-educational assessment and program development services for special needs students in K-12 grades
- Provides consultation to parents, teacher, and community agencies to enhance the learning and adjustment of students
- Advise and assist administrators and clinical staff to appropriately develop interventions and plans for students in need of additional support
- Designed and provided professional development to support teachers in the evaluation process and incorporating assessments and interventions into current curriculum
- Conducts threat assessments and recommendations as a member of the threat assessment team
- Leads the PBIS training committee and collaborate with the PBIS core team
- Collaborated with other school psychologists statewide to rewrite the School Psychologist evaluation rubric based on the Danielson framework.
- Maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Utilizes formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, community agencies, and other professionals involved in the care of students with special needs or disabilities.
- Supporting the transition process for students entering new educational settings and adult programming, ensuring smooth integration and appropriate accommodations.
- Enhanced school climate by developing and implementing prevention programs focused on positive behavior support.
- Collaborates with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for addressing students'' unique learning needs.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
School Psychologist
CCIU- Preschool Special Education
08.2004 - 02.2007
- Conducted psycho educational assessments for students that were 3-5 years old
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Administered the ADOS and participated in determining a diagnosis and recommendation with the CATCH team
- Assisted in writing the CATCH team manual.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Education
Counseling Psychology
Immaculata University
Immaculata, PA05.2003
Psychology
Saint Josephs University
Philadelphia, PA05.2001
Skills
- Psychoeducational Evaluation
- Verbal and written communication
- Mental health awareness
- Special Education documents compliance
- Evidence-based practices
- Low Incidence assessment
- Collaboration with parents and team members
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Crisis Intervention
- Solutions-focused
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
Personal Information
Title: School Psychologist
Timeline
School Psychologist
CCIU-Collegium Charter School
01.2024 - Current
School Psychologist
CCIU- Child And Career Development Center
02.2007 - Current
School Psychologist
CCIU- Preschool Special Education
08.2004 - 02.2007
Counseling Psychology
Immaculata University
Psychology
Saint Josephs University
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