Gilbert L. Ogden
Turlock, CA 95382
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Professional Summary
Licensed Educational Psychologist and credentialed School Psychologist with over 30 years of experience in TK–12 public and non-public education. Extensive background providing psychological assessment, counseling, and student support services, complemented by 20+ years of district-level leadership in student services. Proven expertise in psychoeducational evaluation, special education compliance, multi-tiered systems of support, crisis intervention, and collaboration with educators, families, and community agencies. Seeking to return to a school psychologist role to apply deep clinical knowledge and systems-level insight directly in service of students.
Professional Experience
Director of Student Services
Turlock Unified School District, Turlock, CA
December 2002 – Present
Provide district-wide leadership for student support services, including school psychology, counseling, special education, attendance, and related pupil personnel programs serving TK–12 students.
Oversee compliance with federal and state special education mandates (IDEA, Section 504), psychoeducational assessment practices, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) processes.
Supervise and support school psychologists and related service providers in assessment, intervention planning, and delivery of mental health and behavioral supports.
Lead development and implementation of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), positive behavior interventions, crisis response protocols, and student mental health initiatives.
Collaborate with site administrators, teachers, families, and community partners to address student academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.
Represent the district in governance, policy development, and interagency coordination related to student services.
Lecturer, Teacher Credentialing Program
California State University, Stanislaus, Turlock, CA
September 2014 – Present
Instruct credential candidates on topics related to student support services, special education, and educational psychology principles.
School Psychologist
Turlock Unified School District, Turlock, CA
July 1995 – December 2002
Conducted comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to determine eligibility for special education and related services.
Developed and implemented interventions addressing academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
Participated in IEP and 504 team meetings, providing recommendations grounded in assessment data and best practices.
Delivered counseling services and consultation to teachers, administrators, and families.
Supported crisis intervention and school-wide students support efforts.
Case Manager / Counselor / House Manager
Creative Alternatives, Turlock, CA
September 1987 – July 1995
Provided case management, counseling, and residential support services for students in non-public school and treatment settings.
Education
Master of Arts, School Psychology – Fresno Pacific University, June 1998
Clinical Neuropsychology Certificate (Coursework and Supervised Fieldwork) – Fielding Institute, June 1998
Master of Arts, Education (Counseling) – University of San Francisco, 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology (Criminal Justice) – California State University, Stanislaus, 1988
Master of Security Analysis and Portfolio Management – Creighton University, December 2011
Professional Development
ACSA Student Services Academy, 2009–10
ACSA Business Services Academy, 2013–14
ACSA Personnel Services Academy, 2014–15
Credentials & Licensure
Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP 2462)
Pupil Personnel Services Credential – School Psychologist
Pupil Personnel Services Credential – Administrative
Pupil Personnel Services Credential – General (Counseling, Social Work, Attendance)
Professional Affiliations
California Association of School Psychologists
National Association of School Psychologists
Association of California School Administrators
Beta Gamma Sigma (International Business Honor Society)
Awards
ACSA Region 7 Pupil Personnel Administrator of the Year, 2013–14
Turlock Chamber of Commerce Educator of the Year, 2014–15