ALLYSON COLLINS
Alpharetta
Summary
Experienced school psychologist and state education leader with extensive expertise in psychological assessment, data interpretation, and supporting children with diverse learning, developmental, behavioral, and emotional needs. Skilled in administering, scoring, and interpreting standardized cognitive, academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assessments while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to ethical and professional standards. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, physicians, educators, therapists, and families, to inform diagnostic decision-making and individualized intervention planning. Committed to providing culturally responsive, family-centered care and experienced in working effectively with children and families from a wide range of cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Dedicated to improving outcomes through compassionate service, evidence-based practices, and a collaborative approach to supporting every child's developmental and academic success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Fulton County Schools
Johns Creek, GA
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted psychological assessments to determine student needs and develop intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Collaborated with educators to implement behavior management plans tailored to individual students.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for addressing students'' unique learning needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring safety and emotional stability for students in distress.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding 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.
Senior Manager of Complex Behavior
Tennessee Department of Education
Nashville, TN
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored federal indicators, delivering targeted training and professional development to enhance district compliance and performance
- Analyzed restraint/isolation reporting data, offering actionable feedback and tailored professional development to improve district practices
- Manage TN-TAN TRIAD contract and collaborate with partners to provide districts individualized support and professional development
- Provided guidance and updates to school psychologists through bi-monthly meetings, fostering collaboration and supporting effective interventions
- In collaboration with colleagues provide training and guidance through Communities of Practice
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders in developing RtI2-B manual and guidance documents
School Psychologist
Walker County Schools
Chickamauga, GA
07.2013 - 05.2024
- Conducted individual assessments with students to identify academic and mental health needs, informing tailored support strategies
- Analyzed students' test results and gathered insights from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and evaluate eligibility for special services
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities
- Observed students in various settings to assess behavior and learning styles. in classroom and play environments
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students
- Facilitated staff and faculty training sessions to enhance understanding of program objectives and improve student support strategies
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
Education
Specialist in Education, Ed.S. - School Psychology
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2003
Skills
- Psychoeducational assessment
- Formal evaluations
- Evidence-based practices
- Disability identification
- Crisis mediation
- Positive behavior supports
- Intervention Planning
- Program planning
- Curriculum adaptation
- Data Collection
- IEP compliance
- Classroom observations
- Autism spectrum support
- School policy evaluation
- Policy implementation
- Technology integration
- Community outreach
- Behavior modification
- Academic strategies
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork
- Standardized testing
- Multicultural competence
- Family support
- Communication skills
- Standardized testing
Certification
Certified School Psychologist, active, Georgia, Tennessee
Timeline
School Psychologist
Fulton County Schools
07.2025 - Current
Senior Manager of Complex Behavior
Tennessee Department of Education
05.2024 - Current
School Psychologist
Walker County Schools
07.2013 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Middle Tennessee State University
Specialist in Education, Ed.S. - School Psychology
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga