Wilson Privado
Provo,UT
Summary
Self-motivated School Psychology graduate student with 300+ practicum hours in counseling, assessment, and behavior support. Experienced Peer Mentor dedicated to increasing visibility, connection, and student success through one-on-one support. Skilled in building strong relationships, applying evidence-based interventions, and supporting students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Mentor
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
10.2022 - Current
- Identified potential issues or challenges related to student learning processes.
- Meeting with students weekly during the first half of the semester, and bi-weekly during the second half.
- Collaboratively setting goals, organizing course materials, and creating personalized plans to manage assignments, exams, and academic responsibilities.
- Helping students implement systems to build executive functioning skills such as task prioritization, deadline tracking, and consistent study habits.
- Encouraging student autonomy and self-advocacy to foster long-term academic success.
School Psychology Practicum Student
Jordan and Provo School District
, UT
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted in the development and implementation of behavior modification programs.
- Assisted in the implementation of individual classroom strategies that promote positive behaviors, while managing disruptive behaviors.
- Collaborated with colleagues to address group counseling.
- Prepared comprehensive psychological reports and presented findings to supervising psychologists.
- Observed classrooms for signs of academic or behavioral difficulties among students.
- Observed and documented patient behavior to monitor treatment effectiveness.
- Incorporated evidence-based strategies into lesson plans.
- Conducted assessments of student learning needs, including academic, cognitive, social-emotional and behavioral evaluations.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and staff to discuss goals for each student's Individual Education Plan.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and other school personnel in the development of behavior plans for identified students.
- Evaluated student academic, behavioral and emotional needs utilizing formal testing instruments.
- Created data-driven reports that document student progress over time.
- Analyzed assessment results from standardized tests administered throughout the year to identify areas where additional intervention may be needed.
- Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.
- Participated in ongoing professional development and supervision sessions.
- Reviewed, selected and obtained materials for counseling groups.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on interventions implemented by school personnel.
- Assisted in crisis intervention and provided emergency psychological support as needed.
Behavioral Support Staff Member
Wayne School District
Goldsboro, NC
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Encouraged appropriate behaviors through the use of positive reinforcement techniques.
- Facilitated group activities to encourage social and emotional development.
- Implemented de-escalation strategies when working with agitated students.
English Tutor
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Adapted teaching methods according to the individual needs of each student.
- Built student confidence through positive reinforcement.
- Established a positive rapport with students to motivate continuous learning and improvement.
- Encouraged critical thinking by posing questions and discussing topics related to English literature.
- Emphasized importance of good study habits and devised homework schedules to assist students in implementing tailored study plans.
- Addressed student learning needs through diverse teaching styles.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions to improve students' reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- Provided feedback on written assignments to improve grammar, structure, and content.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID12-2021
Skills
- Student assessment
- Behavior modification
- Data analysis
- Goal setting
- Executive functioning
- Positive reinforcement
- Collaboration skills
- Open to feedback
- Emotional support
- Relationship development
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited
Accomplishments
- Catterall Fund Award Recipient – International School Psychology Association (ISPA)
2024
Selected by ISPA to receive funding to attend the international conference in Latvia based on demonstrated commitment to school psychology and student well-being.
Timeline
School Psychology Practicum Student
Jordan and Provo School District
09.2023 - 12.2024
Academic Mentor
Brigham Young University
10.2022 - Current
Behavioral Support Staff Member
Wayne School District
02.2022 - 06.2022
English Tutor
Brigham Young University-Idaho
01.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brigham Young University-Idaho