School Psychologist, Special Education Teacher, SSE+
Resume:
ELAINE C. SPENCER
Lynbrook, New York 11563
516-***-**** (home) / 516-***-**** (cell)
************@***.***
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as a School Psychologist/Clinical Consultant that offers me the opportunity to facilitate the learning and psycho-social development of children and to help develop their abilities and potential by providing a variety of services to children, parents, teachers, community agencies and the school system itself.
CERTIFICATION
NYS Permanent Certification as a School Psychologist
NYS Permanent Certification in Early Childhood Education
NYS Permanent Certification in Common Branches K-6
NYS Permanent Certification in Special Education K-8
EDUCATION
Brooklyn College, City University of New York, Brooklyn, NY June 1990
Master of Science in Education, Advanced Certificate in School Psychology
Graduated Summa cum Laude
Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY June 1976
Master of Arts in Special Education
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Richmond College. City University of New York, Staten Island, NY June 1974
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. A double major was taken for Psychology
and Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education.
Graduated Summa cum Laude
Kingsborough Community College, City University of New York, Brooklyn, NY June 1972
Associate in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Additional coursework has included thirty (30) graduate credits beyond my first Master’s degree in the areas of Psychology, Neuro-Psychology, Reading Education, Music and Photography. Coursework was completed non-matriculated at New York University, The New School for Social Research, Bank Street College, Touro College and Teachers College at Columbia University.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Clinical Consultant in Private Practice July 2012-Present
Clinical Consultant to Families, Schools & Agencies
To administer psycho-educational evaluations.
Prepare and/or review evaluation reports.
Conduct ongoing observations, Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans, Educational Prescriptions and/or Interventions.
Provide support for parents and teachers.
Provide counseling for students and parents.
Part Time School Psychologist & Consultant
PS 56 Queens, New York District 27 October 2012–June 2015 (Per Diem)
Provided one-to-one and small group counseling, Tier 2 reading instruction in small groups, ongoing student monitoring, data collection, observations and teacher consultations. Participated in Pupil Personnel Teams and Planning for Behavior Intervention Plans. Conducted workshops for staff and parents.
School Psychologist September 1990-June 2012 (Retired)
New York City Department of Education, Districts 27 & 25, Queens, NY
Active member of a School Based Assessment Team and a Pupil Personnel/Child Study Team to review referrals and recommend interventions or services for individual children.
Administer appropriate psycho-educational and cognitive test batteries to students on referral, interpret results, diagnose specific learning and behavioral disabilities, summarize findings for parents and school staff. Formulate comprehensive psycho-educational reports and intervention plans.
Use assessment data to develop appropriate intervention services and I.E.P.’s.
Maintain appropriate records reports and files for each student in caseload. Schedule all necessary evaluations and conferences within stipulated time frames and according to guidelines.
Educate parents of children with special needs about the continuum of services and least restrictive environment.
Interview parents to obtain data for updated social histories.
Conduct structured student observations.
Consult with teachers in the development and implementation of classroom methods, behavior management and interventions designed for specific children with learning or behavior disorders.
Counsel individuals and groups of students, ages 5 to 15, who struggle with academic difficulties, personal concerns or social-emotional issues.
Chairperson of School 504 Committee.
Liaison with community based mental health agencies.
Write and present professional development workshops for teachers, parents and clinicians within my school and region on topics including Behavior Management, developing I.E.P.’s, writing Functional Behavioral Analysis and Behavior Intervention Plans, classroom instruction and organization, learning styles, inclusion techniques, discipline in the home and the referral process.
Active member of the District and Regional Crisis Response Team providing emergency counseling in groups or individually as needed at area schools.
Participated as a member of the Regional Planning Committee for Staff Development for clinicians. I assisted with setting up agendas, planning and scheduling conferences, obtaining speakers, writing and presenting workshops.
Language Coordinator / Teacher Trainer September 1989 - June 1990
District 27, Queens, New York
Trained special education teachers in the techniques of whole language instruction via demonstration lessons, consultation and co-teaching.
Planned curriculum and lessons for language based special education programs.
Co-wrote a teacher’s manual for implementing language instruction in the special education and/or early childhood classroom.
Co-wrote, developed and led staff and parent workshops.
Educational Evaluator September 1986 – June 1989
New York City Department of Education
District 21, Brooklyn, New York
Member of and Case Manager for School Based Support Team responsible for obtaining all records, outside evaluations, scheduling evaluations and conferences in a timely fashion for each student in caseload.
Conduct educational evaluations for each referred student. Interpret results, diagnose specific learning strengths and weaknesses, summarize findings for parents and school staff. Formulate comprehensive educational reports.
Use assessment data to develop appropriate intervention plans, educations suggestions and I.E.P.’s.
Interview parents and teachers to obtain data for updated social histories.
Active member of the Pupil Personnel/Child Study Team to review children referred for learning and behavioral difficulties, recommend interventions or services.
Conduct parent and staff workshops on various topics.
Provided consultations with teachers, parents and other school staff.
Resource Room Teacher September 1980 – June 1986
District 21, Brooklyn, New York
Provided direct, remedial instruction in small groups for children with mild handicapping conditions.
Developed I.E.P.’s.
Wrote and led parent and teacher workshops on various topics.
Provided consultations with teachers, parents and other school staff.
Served as P.T.A. liaison for the school.
Directed a choral group with children from both general and special education programs.
Unit Coordinator of Pre-Placement Classes January 1979 – June 1980
District 23, Brooklyn, New York
Special Education Teacher Trainer and Unit Coordinator/Administrator of a unit of four special education diagnostic classes for children in grades 1 through 6.
Organized scheduling, program organization and group coverage for all four classes.
Responsible for staff development and supervision with regards to teaching, lesson planning, conducting demonstration lessons and evaluations and reports.
Administrative responsibilities included ordering of supplies and testing materials, consultation with building administration and C.S.E., contact with parents and scheduling conferences and class trips.
Special Education Teacher September 1974 – December 1978
In the Pre-Placement Program Summer Programs 1975,1977,1978 & 1979
District 21, Brooklyn, New York
Teacher of a diagnostic special education class for children with various and multiple handicapping conditions, ranging in ages 5 through 11.
Planned lessons, adapted and modified various curriculum based upon the individual needs, learning styles and academic levels of each child.
Completed ongoing educational evaluations and I.E.P.’s.
Participated in educational planning conferences. Taught motor education (adaptive physical education) as an alternative to physical education to my students.
Course Leader for SETRC September 1979 – June 1980
District 21, Brooklyn, New York
Course leader for mandated after school professional development course for new special education teachers.
Learning Disabilities Specialist/Tutor
New Hope Guild Centers (1978-1979) & Private Practice (1979-1987)
Brooklyn, New York
Conducted intake interviews and individual academic evaluations at a community based mental health and academic support center.
Provided individualized academic tutoring and remediation.
Served privately as a Learning Disabilities Specialist and Consultant to several private schools.
Conducted private academic assessments to determine learning styles and areas in need of remediation, provided remediation and academic support, taught study skills and test taking strategies.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND HONORS
National Association of School Psychologists, Member
New York Association of School Psychologists, Member
CHADD, Member
SEPTA, Member
Oceanside PTA, Member
Awarded “School Psychologist of the Year” in 2002 by my peers in District 27 CSE.
SKILLS AND INTERESTS
Skills: Computers: Microsoft Office, Naviance, E-IEP, IEP-Pro and SESIS
Interests: Musical Theater, Studied at Singers Forum, NY and with several vocal coaches in NY
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