Allyson Laesch Email & Phone Number

Greensboro, North Carolina, United States

• Serves as the school psychologist for two Newcomers schools and one elementary school, providing consultation to teachers on behavior and trauma, developing professional development programs, supervising interns, and conducting evaluations for students with suspected disabilities.• Designs and delivers professional development for school staff and school psychologists on topics such as culturally and linguistically responsive evaluations, MTSS implementation, and evidence-based behavioral interventions to support diverse student populations.• Leads monthly behavior and social-emotional learning meetings with counselors, social workers, and administrators, using data analysis to drive discussions and improve school-wide behavioral health strategies.• Created and edited the district-wide MTSS Mini Moments video series, along with trainings on multi-tiered systems of support and relevant laws, collaborating with cross-department teams to promote best practices in MTSS and ensuring compliance with 2020 law changes related to Specific Learning Disabilities identification.• Developed a quarterly intern rotation program for school psychology interns at Newcomer schools, establishing structured expectations, readings, and experiences to enhance interns’ multicultural competency and consultation skills.• Created and led multiple trainings and developed guidance documents for school psychologists, focusing on culturally and linguistically responsive assessments and evaluating data through a culture-informed lens to enhance equitable practices across the district.• Utilized data analytics to assess the effectiveness of behavioral interventions and educational strategies, providing actionable insights to school staff and administrators to improve student outcomes.• Provided case consultation and crisis intervention support for high-needs students, collaborating with mental health professionals and educators to ensure timely and effective responses to behavioral crises.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

• Redesigned MTSS documentation forms and intervention menu in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring user-friendly design and created in-service training for teachers on implementation.• Collaborated with the MTSS team to design and implement targeted interventions for struggling learners, improving academic and behavioral outcomes across grades K-6.• Conducted comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for students in grades K-6 across two schools, including Title I, identifying disabilities and providing data-driven recommendations.• Led weekly social skills groups using the Social Thinking curriculum, enhancing students’ social-emotional skills and peer interactions.• Monitored and analyzed student progress in academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains within the RTI framework, providing ongoing data to guide interventions.• Consulted with teachers, social workers, behavioral specialists, and other professionals to develop integrated behavioral, academic, and social-emotional plans tailored to individual student needs.• Received BCBA supervision to design and implement Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), ensuring best practices in behavior management and student support.• Provided short-term, CBT-based counseling (individual and group) for students experiencing depression, anxiety, and behavioral challenges, improving their participation in the educational environment.

Flagstaff, Arizona Area

• Applied culturally sensitive practices in conducting evaluations and providing counseling support for Native American and multilingual students, ensuring equity in service delivery.

Flagstaff, Arizona Area

• Supervised and mentored seven student workers, assigning projects based on individual interests and skills, while ensuring timely completion and professional growth.• Utilized Microsoft Excel and Google Analytics to collect, analyze, and interpret program assessment data, driving the development of future initiatives and improvements.• Conducted individual career advising appointments, providing guidance on resumes, cover letters, mock interviews, job search strategies, and career exploration to support students' professional development.

Moenkopi, Hopi Reservation, Arizona

• Served as a mental health consultant in a Native American preschool, observing behavioral issues and collaborating with teachers and parents to develop strategies for addressing challenging behaviors and social-emotional concerns.

Flagstaff, Arizona

• Assisted in the administration and interpretation of developmental assessments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to discuss findings and inform intervention planning.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

• Completed individualized evaluations for students with both common and low-incidence disabilities.• Collaborated with the Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) team to implement a three-tiered model of support, providing rewards for positive behaviors and teaching alternative behaviors to promote school-wide behavioral improvement.• Conducted comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to determine the function of student behaviors, guiding the development of individualized behavioral support plans.• Designed, implemented, and monitored Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) in the classroom, utilizing data software to track progress and adjust interventions as needed.

Flagstaff, Arizona Area

• Supervised a caseload of five children diagnosed with neurological disorders, providing ABA therapy under the direction of a BCBA to support the development of social and behavioral skills.• Collaborated with the BCBA and families to develop, implement, and monitor individualized goals for improving social, academic, and behavioral outcomes.• Conducted and interpreted assessments to evaluate client functioning, using results to develop targeted goals and interventions to address specific developmental needs.• Generated monthly progress reports, analyzing data to create new goals and adjust interventions; submitted reports for insurance billing, ensuring compliance with reimbursement requirements.

Janesville/Beloit, Wisconsin Area

• Provided 30 hours per week of ABA play therapy for individuals on the autism spectrum, ages 2 to 19, focusing on social, academic, and behavioral skill development.• Trained new staff on ABA techniques and facilitated communication between families and case managers to ensure consistent, effective treatment implementation.• Co-taught social skills classes for elementary-aged children, leading small groups of approximately 10 students to improve peer interactions and self-esteem.• Led a social skills group for about 10 teenagers, developing evidence-based activities to address social and behavioral challenges and improve friedships.• Planned and executed individualized and group therapy sessions, designing lessons and activities aimed at enhancing client skills across settings.

Palmyra, Wi

• Planned and taught a summer camp program for approximately 30 students, incorporating STEM, Spanish language, art, cooking, and reading to foster well-rounded enrichment experiences.• Assisted lead teachers in classrooms serving children from infancy to prekindergarten, supporting social skills development and early math and literacy education using principles of educational psychology.• Directed Spanish language classes, creating engaging lesson plans tailored to the developmental needs of the student age group.

Ed.S., School Psychology, 4.0 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Graduate Assistant, National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Minors in Communicative Science & Disorders and Spanish, Undergraduate Research Program, Dean's list every.