Kaitlin (Katie) Kiely
Hello! My name is Kaitlin (Katie) Kiely and I am North Haven High School's new Psychologist. I am so excited to start of my career in such a great community.
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 203-239-1641 ext. 2809
Background Information
After graduating high school, I attended SCSU for eight years straight earning the following degrees:
BA in Psychology- May 2018
MA in General Psychology- May 2019
MS in School Psychology- May 2021
Sixth Year Certificate and License in School Psychology- May 2022
I have worked with all age ranges from preschool to transitional programs (18-22 years old). Although this is my first year as a School Psychologist, I have completed extensive internships in both the Hamden School District as well as the Amity Regional School District #5. During both my time at SCSU and throughout my internships, I have gained a lot of experience working with a wide range of student with disabilities as well as general education students.
What is a School Psychologist?
Evaluation- use a variety of evidence-based assessments & techniques to evaluate student's academic progress, social/emotional functioning, intervention effectiveness, & special education eligibility
Counseling- provide direct services in groups and individually that best fits the student's needs based on a variety of counseling techniques
Consultation- work collaboratively with social workers, counselors, teachers, parents, and other members of the school system and community to help support student's overall growth and development
Intervention- implement research-based interventions in the classroom, collect data, develop behavioral intervention plans, and assist in crisis situations
Prevention- assist in early identification of potential learning or behavioral problems, promote positive climates, implement school-wide prevention programs, and collaborate with student support teams
Personal Information
I was born and raised in Milford, CT (Foran HS graduate) but recently bought a house with my boyfriend in Stratford, CT. In May 2022, we welcomed a Bernese Mountain Dog puppy named Tucker into our lives!
Interests:
I love going to the gym and going for hikes. Working out is a huge stress reliever for me. I also really enjoy trying out new restaurants, and suggestions are always welcome!