Jennifer Burkardt, M.S., Ed.S, NCSP
Administrative School Psychologist at Westmoreland Intermediate Unit- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)
National Association of School PsychologistsJun, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Pennsylvania Certified School Psychologist
ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS OF PAJun, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Pennsylvania’s Student Assistance Program Certification (SAP), Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Crisis Management School Safety (FEMA), Active Shooter Training, Mental Health First Aid, CPR, First Aid, Stop the bleed, (ADOS-2), ALICE trainer
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Experience
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Westmoreland Intermediate Unit
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Administrative School Psychologist
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Jan 2021 - Present
Non-Public Non-Public
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Yough School District
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Herminie, Pennsylvania
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Administrator - District Psychologist
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Aug 2017 - Dec 2020
• Led as the District Administrative School Psychologist for 2,100 students in kindergarten through twelfth grade • Administered systematic psycho-educational, social, emotional, behavioral, and autism spectrum evaluations • Developed comprehensive Evaluation Reports, Gifted Written Reports, Reevaluation Reports, Individualized Education Programs, 504 Service Agreements (served as LEA), Functional Behavior Assessments, and Positive Behavior Support Plans • Initiated meetings to discuss evaluation findings and generate and implement research-based interventions based on analysis and synthesis of assessment data • Dynamically served on the Student Assistance Program team for five schools to ensure students’ needs are being effectively met • Designed and present district-wide professional development and department presentations • Conducted district-wide annual file reviews to adhere to compliance and special education law • Supervised school psychologist interns/practicum students to ensure they advanced necessary competencies • Vigorously contributed to administrative development and special education planning Show less
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North Star School District
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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District Administrative School Psychologist
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Aug 2016 - Aug 2017
• Served as the district administrative school psychologist for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade • Conducted comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations, including cognitive, academic, autism spectrum, and behavioral standardized testing, functional behavior assessments, and curriculum based assessments for students ranging from first through twelfth grade • Wrote, reviewed, and revised Evaluation Report, Gifted Written Reports, Reevaluation Reports, Individualized Education Programs, Gifted Individual Education Programs, Positive Behavior Support Plans, and Functional Behavior Assessments • Led meetings to discuss comprehensive psycho-educational findings and developed and implemented research-based interventions • Significantly contributed to the application and development of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports as a School Wide program, intervention system, and identification of specific learning disability model • Participated in special education, Individualized Education Program meetings, 504 Service Agreements, Multi-Tiered System of Supports, Response to Instruction and Intervention, and teacher, building, and district meetings • Actively served on the Kindergarten through 8th Child Study Teams, the Problem Solving Team, the Multi-Tiered System of Supports Behavior Team, the School Wide Positive Behavior Support Team, and the Triage Middle School Team • Partook in professional development conferences and trainings on best practices, special education law, and advancements in the field of education • Developed and presented district-wide in-service and act 48 credit presentation • Assisted in the supervision and direct consultation of practicum students’ implementing individual, group, and family counseling. Show less
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Transformation Learning Corporation
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Claysville, Pennsylvania
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Certified School Psychologist
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Aug 2012 - Aug 2016
• Adhered to a behavior management and reinforcement methodology, serving as a school psychologist for students with academic, social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties at various support settings (e.g., private, public, emotional support, alternative education, partial hospitalization) • Conducted comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations, including cognitive, academic, and behavioral standardized testing, functional behavior assessments, and curriculum based assessments for students ranging from first through twelfth grade • Supervised special education teachers to ensure the delivery of special education services for students with disabilities are being met • Wrote, reviewed, and revised Evaluation Reports, Gifted Written Reports, Reevaluation Reports, Individualized Education Programs, Gifted Individual Education Programs, Positive Behavior Support Plans, and Functional Behavior Assessments • Led meetings to discuss the comprehensive findings of evaluation/reevaluation reports and IEPs with students, parents, local education agency representatives, support staff, outside agencies, attorneys, and child advocacy representatives • Developed and implement research-based academic, behavioral, and social interventions for students who qualify under chapter 14 special education criteria and chapter 16 gifted criteria • Implemented de-escalation techniques and strategies to diffuse behavioral crisis situations and ensure safety of students and staff • Counseled students individually and in groups to identify and meet their needs, promoted social and emotional growth, and developed life and social skills to allow students to interact more efficiently in school, home, and the community • Assisted in the development of the Alternative Education of Disruptive Youth programming and assessed and monitored students’ behavioral progress • Provided training to staff on best practices, special education law, and advancements in the field of education Show less
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Adelphoi Village
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Latrobe, PA
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Mental Health Specialist
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Mar 2013 - Aug 2013
• Facilitated students in a school-based, intensive, short-term format, while monitoring student’s treatment progress and mental health status • Conducted group and individual counseling sessions, which were therapeutically based in emotional, social, behavioral, recreational and vocational activities • Utilized an interdisciplinary team approach, through collaboration, to help students return to a less restrict environment • Facilitated students in a school-based, intensive, short-term format, while monitoring student’s treatment progress and mental health status • Conducted group and individual counseling sessions, which were therapeutically based in emotional, social, behavioral, recreational and vocational activities • Utilized an interdisciplinary team approach, through collaboration, to help students return to a less restrict environment
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Norwin School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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School Psychologist Intern
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Aug 2011 - May 2012
• Demonstrated all the competencies of a practicing school psychologist (consultation, assessment, intervention, research, professional standards, and in-service trainings) • Identified individuals with academic needs and behavioral concerns using a variety of methods; designed appropriate interventions based upon an analysis and synthesis of the assessment data; prepared comprehensive and well organized reports; interpreted and discussed the findings of psychological evaluations with families, students, teachers, and school personnel • Practiced administrative and supervisory procedures and demonstrated appropriate professional behavior and ethical practices Show less
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Education
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2010 - 2012
California University of Pennsylvania
Education Specialist (Ed.S), Post Masters (School Psychologist) -
2009 - 2010
California University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science (M.S.), School Psychology -
2005 - 2009
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
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