Lindsay Miguel
School Psychologist
Hilmar
Summary
Seasoned School Psychologist with a robust background at Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District and Patterson Joint Unified School District, adept in conducting comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessments and providing targeted individual and group counseling. Demonstrates expertise in special education laws and a proven ability to enhance educational outcomes. Skilled in emotional support and assessment best practices, contributing to significant student progress.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
School Psychologist
Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, community agencies, and other professionals involved in the care of students with special needs or disabilities.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members on topics related to mental health awareness, classroom management, and social-emotional learning.
- Utilized research-based practices to inform decision-making processes related to school-wide mental health initiatives and intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for addressing students'' unique learning needs.
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities by assessing potential accommodations or modifications required for diverse learners within the general education curriculum.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
<p></p> <p>School Psychologist<br /></p>
Patterson Joint Unified School District
07.2019 - Current
- Evaluate students using proper selection of appropriate instruments, administering tests, observations, preparing case histories and records for the purpose of enhancing students' educational experience for K-12 student populations
- Conduct re-evaluation on Special Education Students within the state and federal mandated timelines
- Assist school personnel in educational objectives, needs assessments and Individualized Education Plans
- Consult with parents/guardians, teachers and administrators in the planning of educational and therapeutic programs of other public and non-public facilities
- Provide consultation in the interpretation and use of psychoeducational data for schools
- Provide individual and group counseling with parental/guardian consent to emphasize improved educational performance and behavior
- Assist with Functional Behavior Assessments and development of Behavior Intervention Plans
- Provide brief crisis intervention counseling
- Participation in IEP, Student Success Team meetings and faculty meetings
- Maintain appropriate records, effectively managing time and tracking necessary information (i.e. Caseload Lists, LEA Billing, etc.)
<p></p><p>Learning Lab Intervention Paraeducator<br /></p>
Apricot Valley Elementary School, Patterson Joint Unified School District
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Provide individual and small group intervention for students Grades K-5
- IEP development assistance and service delivery
- Assist General Education teachers with special instructional programs based upon IEP goals
- Assist in identifying remedial programs and materials for students
- Maintain confidentiality of student and school records
- Plan materials independently to reinforce specific Mathematics, Language Arts and Social Emotional skills
- Communicate with Special Education and General Education Teachers, and other staff to maintain effective learning environments
<p></p><p>Public Health Educator<br /></p>
Romeo Medical Clinic- Turlock, CA
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Implement healthy living strategies to clients and families
- Provide specific health and stress management practices to large and small groups of clients and families
- Conduct health and wellness assessments of clients
- Clientele includes employees of: Turlock Irrigation District, City of Turlock and Livingston Community Health
Education
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Brandman University
08.2017 - 05.2020
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University of Alabama
08.2014 - 05.2016
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California State University, Stanislaus
09.2009 - 05.2014
Skills
Knowledge of best practices for assessments in all areas of suspected disability
Experience in conducting and writing full Psychoeducational Assessments
Possess knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding special education
Training in Emotional Disturbance and Autism evaluations
Individual and group counseling experience along with knowledge of evidence-based practices for counseling
Possess knowledge of appropriate public and community referral agencies
Timeline
School Psychologist
Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
<p></p> <p>School Psychologist<br /></p>
Patterson Joint Unified School District
07.2019 - Current
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Brandman University
08.2017 - 05.2020
<p></p><p>Learning Lab Intervention Paraeducator<br /></p>
Apricot Valley Elementary School, Patterson Joint Unified School District
07.2017 - 07.2019
<p></p><p>Public Health Educator<br /></p>
Romeo Medical Clinic- Turlock, CA
01.2017 - 05.2017
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University of Alabama
08.2014 - 05.2016
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California State University, Stanislaus
09.2009 - 05.2014
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