Olivia Leblanc Email & Phone Number

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

I serve as the school psychologist in two urban elementary schools that serve over 700 students from diverse backgrounds. I conduct psychoeducational evaluations, support the academic and behavioral needs of individual and groups of students, and consult with relevant stakeholders regarding students' social, emotional, and academic needs. I frequently engage in de-escalation techniques to support student safety and promote emotional wellbeing.

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

With the mentorship of a veteran school psychologist, I conducted comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for elementary students with academic, social, emotional, or behavioral concerns, communicating and analyzing findings effectively to IEP team members. I participated in problem-solving meetings with student services staff, teachers, and caregivers to address referral concerns at various levels, and I facilitated behavior de-escalation techniques in response to unsafe behaviors.

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

I facilitated structured clinical interviews with adult participants of the Behavior, Biology, and Well-being Study for the Center of Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The interviews consisted of asking participants several questions to determine if they meet the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders outlined in the DSM-5 to continue participation in the study.

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

I completed a psychoeducational evaluation for Specific Learning Disorder, providing detailed reports and presentations to clients and caregivers under the supervision of doctoral students working in the School Psychology Training Clinic (SPTC). Additionally, I co-facilitated a 9-week intervention program aimed at teaching school readiness skills to rising 9th graders.

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

I administered the Woodcock Johnson-IV Applied Problems and Head-Toes-Knees-Shoulders (HTKS) assessments with preschool students within Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD). The collected data from the assessments was utilized by the Madison Education Partnership, a collaboration between the Wisconsin Center for Education Research and MMSD, to investigate the benefits of full-day 4K preschool education.

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

I collaborated with the school psychologist and student services to assist 6th to 8th grade students in conflict or crisis situations, while also participating in staff meetings to address academic, social, emotional, and behavioral concerns. Additionally, I fostered positive relationships with students through informal interactions like lunch, recess, and passing periods.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

I developed and implemented educational lesson plans about science and history for students ages 5-10 enrolled in the Carnegie Museum of Natural History's summer camp programs. I creative a fun, interactive classroom spaces that promotes safety, fun, and learning for a diverse group of students.

Pärnu, Estonia

I designed and implemented English language lesson plans for high school students in Pärnu, Estonia. I fostered an interactive classroom space to facilitate English language learning, and worked proactively to ensure that students of multiple proficiency levels receive needed support. I promoted cultural exchange by attending events in the community, engaging with students and teachers, immersing myself in Estonian culture, and sharing personal information about American culture.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

I assisted Lead Classroom Educators with the development and implementation of educational lesson plans about science and history for young students enrolled in the Carnegie Museum of Natural History's summer camp programs. I proactively promoted fun and learning while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment for all campers and staff members.

Dayton, Ohio, United States

I assisted my peers in the development and implementation of tangible wellbeing goals in a college setting. I utilized methods of motivational interviewing and goal setting to provide students with peer-to-peer support by normalizing mental health conversations, breaking down stigmas, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Dayton, Ohio

I served as a mentor to first-year Psychology majors in an Introduction to the University Experience course offered at the University of Dayton. I advised students in the transition to undergraduate coursework by providing information about the field of psychology, course scheduling, and personal experiences with the University of Dayton’s Psychology department.

Dayton, Ohio, United States

I created, promoted, and facilitated events for the Health and Wellbeing, Sexual Violence Prevention, and LGBTQ+ Student Services offices at the University of Dayton. I assisted the professional staff and fellow interns at The Brook Center with educational presentations and informational sessions about topics such as stress management, sleep hygiene, and mental health in college.

Dayton, Oh

I designed a curriculum for summer educational programming for elementary students that focused on diversity, inclusion, and social emotional learning. I utilized evidence-based practices to develop age-appropriate curriculum and created activities that abided by COVID-19 social distancing guidelines.

Dayton, Ohio

I assisted the Preschool Promise Program based in Dayton, Ohio by conducting the Woodcock Johnson-IV and Minnesota Executive Function Scale learning assessments to preschoolers. The collected data from the assessments was utilized to investigate the quality of preschool education in Montgomery County, Ohio.

Plum, Pa

I served as an individual aide for a six-year-old child with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a YMCA summer camp. I implemented behavioral interventions to meet the child’s outlined goals from their Individualized Education Program and completed daily notes to track the child’s behavior and progress towards goals.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I oversaw 60-80 students in a daily afterschool program, actively engaged students in a variety of recreational activities, and assisted students with homework. I communicated with students’ guardians about behavioral concerns and prioritized students’ safety throughout the duration of the program.

Education Specialist (Ed.S.), Educational Psychology

Masters Of Science, School Psychology

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology; Minor In Family Development

Activities and Societies: University Honors Program, Preschool Promise Research Assessor, The Brook Center, UD Miracle Campus Relations.

Teaching English To Speakers Of Other Languages (Tesol) Certificate, Bilingual, Multilingual, And Multicultural Education

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Joan of Arc Society of Scholars, Global Competence Initiative, National Honors Society, Field Hockey

Masters Of Science, School Psychology