Susan Hodsdon
Las Vegas
Summary
Dedicated School Psychologist with extensive experience in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and implementing academic interventions within Clark County School District. Proficient in crisis intervention and collaborative problem-solving, resulting in tailored support plans that enhance student well-being and educational outcomes. Licensed in Nevada with a strong focus on fostering effective parent-teacher partnerships and training future school psychology professionals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School-psychologist
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2003 - Current
- Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with educators to implement effective behavioral strategies for diverse learning environments.
- Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring students' emotional well-being during critical incidents.
- Facilitated workshops for staff on mental health awareness and best practices in student support.
- Mentored junior psychologists and interns, fostering professional growth and enhancing team effectiveness.
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Educational Specialist - School Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada, NVMaster of Science - Educational Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada, NVBachelor of Science - Psychology
Canisius College
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Functional behavior assessments
- Academic intervention strategies
- Solutions-focused
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Psychoeducational evaluation
- Licensed in Nevada
- Data collection
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Certification
Nationally Certified School Psychologist
Awards
NASP Model School Psychology Intern Supervisor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School-psychologist
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2003 - Current
Educational Specialist - School Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Canisius College