Lisa Dorn-Bird
Savannah
Summary
Lead School Psychologist with extensive experience serving diverse K-12 populations through culturally responsive assessments, consultation, and MTSS/RTI support. Proven ability to translate assessment data into practical recommendations, and collaborate effectively, written and verbally, with educators, families, and administrators to improve student outcomes.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Savannah Chatham County Public Schools
Savannah
08.1996 - Current
- Evaluate students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning using standardized assessments to pinpoint learning needs and disabilities for students with diverse needs.
- Interpret and report on test results, and actively participate in special education eligibility meetings, discussing findings with teachers, administrators, and caregivers, as required by state guidelines.
- Consult and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including MTSS to design and implement evidence-based interventions, monitor student progress, and ensure alignment with tiered supports for academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
- Engaged in professional development activities such as attending conferences or taking continuing education courses.
Teacher Assistant and Substitute Teacher
Indiana State University
Terre Haute
08.1994 - 05.1995
- Conducted two weekly discussion groups to promote critical thinking among students; assessed written work and class involvement in social, historical, and philosophical perspectives on the history of education.
- As a substitute teacher at Covered Bridge Special Education District, I assisted students with severe emotional disabilities through daily school activities.
Psychologist Assistant
Fundabiem
Quetzaltenango
03.1991 - 04.1992
- Worked in a special education classroom with children with developmental and emotional disabilities.
- Implemented and taught behavioral modification techniques.
- Created a 5-day intensive training program within the BRC, Basic Rehabilitation in the Community, in Guatemala's southwest rural communities. This program prepared volunteers and families to work with children with special needs in the areas of special education and psychology.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
American University
Washington, District of Columbia, DC12-1999
Ed.S. - School Psychology
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN08-1996
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Psychoeducational evaluation
- Solutions-focused
- Multitasking strength
- Response to intervention
- Proficient with digital assessment platforms
- Special education compliance
- Testing materials coordinator for assessment ordering and compliance
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Timeline
School Psychologist
Savannah Chatham County Public Schools
08.1996 - Current
Teacher Assistant and Substitute Teacher
Indiana State University
08.1994 - 05.1995
Psychologist Assistant
Fundabiem
03.1991 - 04.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
American University
Ed.S. - School Psychology
Indiana State University