Shelley Diediker
Wichita,KS
Summary
Dedicated School Psychologist with 20 years of experience eager to work with students of all backgrounds and all types of emotional, behavioral and academic needs. Worked with teachers to develop Individualized Educational Plans (IEP). Assessed student's potential through interviews and observations. Referred students to medical and community agencies if needed. Conducted psychological tests for students and prepared test reports. Informed parents and staff about test results and provided recommendations. Determined student's eligibility for special needs programs. Worked with teachers to develop classroom management procedures.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Cowley County Special Services Cooperative
Winfield, KS
08.2002 - Current
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KSEducational Specialist - School Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.1996
Skills
- Individualized education programs
- BIP understanding
- Resource advocacy
- Data-driven decision making
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Formal evaluations
- Verbal and written communication
- Intervention planning
- Documentation
- Organizational abilities
- Classroom observations
- Solutions-focused
- Licensed in Kansas
Timeline
School Psychologist
Cowley County Special Services Cooperative
08.2002 - Current
Master of Science - Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Educational Specialist - School Psychology
Pittsburg State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Pittsburg State University
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