A Day in the Life of a School Psychologist - big transition between states

[@coffeebirdtree]

I was a middle school math teacher, and after seeing how many kids have emotional problems, I am considering working on a school counseling degree, so it's helpful to see what that's like. I feel like i will help more by being a counselor... honestly trying to teach a class of middle schoolers is just babysitting most of the students and hoping a few kids learned something through the madness 😢

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

@@coffeebirdtree that would be such a fun career change! Counselors are definitely so important. So are math teachers, trust whatever you are feeling called to 💕

[@beccamaas9326]

I'm a psych and always wish there were more people posting school psych vlogs! I find it super helpful. Thanks for putting this out there - looking forward to watching more if you keep posting!

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Hey! I love meeting new psychs, and seeing what it’s like in other states too - so happy to meet you 😊

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Oh and what state are you practicing in? (:

[@beccamaas9326]

@@Amandaschoolpsych Iowa!

[@cristianarivs]

Okay, loved this! School psych intern here. More school psych content please. Sending good wishes as your wrap up your school year 🤍

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Hi nice to meet you! I’m happy to hear people are interested in sp content so I will definitely make some more! Welcome to the profession (:

[@cristianarivs]

@@Amandaschoolpsych thank you! :-)

[@keioshastokes813]

Thank you this was very uplifting ❤

[@SummerBailey]

Thanks so much for your videos! Really appreciate it

[@emilyjohnson3338]

I'm studying school psych and I grew up in Bloomington. It's unlike any other part of Indiana and I'm so proud to be a Hoosier. If you ever need recommendations for restaurants or have a question about community resources (there are a lot), feel free to ask. Love the video! I feel like I'm really getting to know more about what the job actually looks like from state to state.

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Bloomington is amazing! Where are you studying now?(: if you’re ever back in town we should grab coffee and talk all things school psych and Bloomington 🤗 thanks for being here and I can’t wait to hear more about your journey to school psychology

[@abbeywaites4207]

I’d love to hear from both of you on how steps to becoming a school psychologist I’m about to graduate with a bachelors

[@katearserio2917]

Hi Amanda! I find this video to be very helpful! I’m still not sure if I want to be a school psychologist but I feel like I would like it I’m kind of shy and I think I’m worried that I won’t do good but I do have a question, what would you recommend I go into when I try to pursue when I start my school psych journey?

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

@@katearserio2917 hey there! So sorry I some how didn’t see this until now. I love that you are considering school psychology! My recommendation for undergrad would be to major in psychology and take classes in different areas to see what really sticks out to you! You could also try taking courses in education or special education to see how you feel about it 🤗

[@mommy8406]

Love your video!! I’m starting my internship soon for school psychology.

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Thanks for watching and congrats it’s going to be a great year I know it ❤️ I posted in a Q&A in case you didn’t see 😊 xoxo

[@anzorisly]

Hi! I’m a school psych student and I loved hearing you talk about the scores!

[@makinziewarren9901]

I have an interview for a graduate program in School Psychology. I wanted to see what it's like. I loved your video!

[@jaylin3331]

Hey Amanda! I am currently at IUB getting my EdS in school psych (I'm a second-year student)! I have sooo many questions about what to expect for internship next year and the job of a school psych. Would you be down to get coffee sometime?? Also welcome to Indiana! I don't even know how I stumbled across your video but that's so wild that you just moved here!

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Omg yes absolutely!! School psychs always need other psychs to lean on and consult with, plus I need friends in Indiana haha ❤️✨ if you have an instagram can you send me a DM and we can plan to meet 🤗

[@jaylin3331]

@@Amandaschoolpsych yes!!!! Okay! I sent u a DM :)

[@Shanellekyla88]

Just coming across this video. I’m contemplating whether I want to get my masters in school psych. However I’m just scared that this career is very limiting being that it’s so specific. Do you have any advice or input ?

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

@@Shanellekyla88 hello! I feel this a lot at times! I have felt disappointed that our expertise and mental health qualifications can feel unappreciated outside of the school setting. In the state I currently live in, we aren’t really considered .. anything.. outside of school which breaks my heart. So if you aren’t called to the school setting it can be limiting to the school setting. However, those who are interested in researching or getting a doctorate can have more flexibility

[@mr.mcknight5686]

Can you do a office tour

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Yes! I will do one when I set it up in July. I also might do a school psych must haves video if you are interested (:

[@mr.mcknight5686]

@@Amandaschoolpsych YES PLEASE! I’m currently a freshman in college, working towards my BA in Psychology. I plan on becoming a school psychologist some day. Really want my PsyD in school psychology as well 😩

[@Reb0131]

Hi! Thinking about going back to school for school psychology. Would really appreciate more info on what you do day to day if you’d be willing to chat!

[@alexiakimber2196]

Hi! I deciding on on being a school social worker, I'm a caseworker right now at n outreach and tracking program and work at a group home once a week as well. What would you say is the main difference between the school social worker and school psychologist? (I plan on working with younger grades)

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Hey! So sorry I just am seeing this! It very much will depend on the state you practice in. In a lot of states social workers take on more of the counseling and crisis aspects, and then they also often are the experts on connecting families to resources in the community. Whereas a lot of states school psychologists work mostly in special education! So sometimes social workers will be the provider more for general education and school psychs more for special education students, evaluating for disabilities, and writing comprehensive psychoeducational evaluation reports. My preference is also to work in crisis and mental health’s support for general education along with special education. I’ll have to dive deeper into this in a video sometime but that’s my short generalized response (:

[@popanda6584]

Hello, my name is Andon, I want to be a school psychologist when I grow up and I am wondering if you would have time to coach a sport because it is my dream to be a school psychologist/wrestling coach?

[@Swirlzberry]

I would believe so. As many school sports are after school hours, you most likely will be able to since you’d interact with your students during the school day. Then after school you can teach wrestling at the school

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

@@popanda6584 this would be so awesome! I am willing to bet you could find a high school who needs both a psychologist and a coach

[@nickveglia7990]

Hi! Did you get your masters or higher education? I want to pursue this career but unsure of exactly the amount of schooling needed. Thanks in advance!!!

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

Hey!! I just posted a Q&A and in it a I talked about my degree and program set up! Highly recommend and EdS at minimum (between a masters and a doctorate)

[@Lewandowski-pg9qi]

Do you get called doctor

[@talitasalles8198]

😍

[@Amandaschoolpsych]

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