Damon Smith
Newtown
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in academic environments, specializing in student evaluation and support. Proven ability to enhance teacher and student development through targeted initiatives. Expertise in data monitoring and statewide reporting processes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Temple University
Philadelphia
09.2012 - Current
- PSY 0816 – Workings of the Mind
- PSY 1001 – Introduction to Psychology
- PSY 1002 – Careers in Psychology
- PSY 2201 – Foundations of Psychopathology
- PSY 2301 – Developmental Psychology
- PSY 2401 – Foundations of Social Psychology
- PSY 2601 – Foundations of Health Psychology
- PSY 3301 – Infant Development
- PSY 4696 – Capstone in Psychology
School Psychologist / Coordinator of SPED & Pupil Services
Bristol Borough School District
Bristol
08.2004 - Current
- School Psychologist (2004-2007; 2011-2017) - Conducted psychological assessments for students with diverse learning needs.
- Coordinator of SPED & Pupil Services (2007-2011; 2017-present) - Overseeing and ensuring compliance with all state and federal special education requirements while planning, implementing, and continuously monitoring special education and student services programs.
Instructor
Mercer County Community College
West Windsor
09.2006 - 05.2008
- PSY 101 – Introductory Psychology
- PSY 206 – Child Development
Instructor
Holy Family University
Philadelphia
03.2005 - 05.2006
- PSY 425 – Psychological Assessment
- PSY 208 – Psychology of Human Development
Pre-Doctoral Internship – School Psychologist
School District of Philadelphia – Southwest Region
Philadelphia
08.2003 - 06.2004
- Conducted evaluations, developed intervention plans, and facilitated school=based meetings.
Graduate Teaching Assistantship
Pennsylvania State University – Main Campus
University Park
01.1999 - 05.2003
- HDFS 411 – Helping Relationships
Instructor
Pennsylvania State University – Main Campus
University Park
09.2001 - 05.2002
- COMM 404 – Intro to Research Design
Student Clinician
Pennsylvania State University – Main Campus
University Park
09.1998 - 05.1999
- Supported college students through tutoring.
Test Proctor
San Diego State University
San Diego
09.1997 - 05.1998
- Monitored test environments and supported students with needs.
Undergraduate Advisor
San Diego State University
San Diego
01.1997 - 05.1998
- Advised students on academic programs and career pathways.
Research Assistant
San Diego State University
San Diego
09.1996 - 05.1998
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for various studies.
Education
Supervisory Supvr Pupil Personnel Serv PK-12 -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
09.2025
Doctor of Philosophy - School Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
08.2011
Certified School Psychologist -
State of New Jersey
03.2005
Certified School Psychologist -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
06.2003
Masters of Science - School Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
12.2002
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
05.1998
Skills
- Data analysis
- Psychological assessment
- Effective communication
- Program development
- Crisis intervention
- Student mentoring
- Student performance evaluation
- Research and analysis
Publications Presentations
- Smith, D. (2003). Convergent and divergent evidence for the SSRS-T and ASCA: Relationship of social skills and problem behaviors. Poster session presented at the 23rd annual spring conference of the Association of School Psychologists of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, PA.
- McAfee, J. K., Greenawalt, C., MacDonald, S. L., Murphy, C., & Smith, D. (2000). Policing, school violence, and students with disabilities. Reaching Today’s Youth, 5, 18-21.
- Smith, D., Sandroni, A., & Price, J. M. (1998). Stability of social information-processing patterns during early elementary school. Poster session presented at the spring conference of the Western Psychological Association, Albuquerque, NM.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Temple University
09.2012 - Current
Instructor
Mercer County Community College
09.2006 - 05.2008
Instructor
Holy Family University
03.2005 - 05.2006
School Psychologist / Coordinator of SPED & Pupil Services
Bristol Borough School District
08.2004 - Current
Pre-Doctoral Internship – School Psychologist
School District of Philadelphia – Southwest Region
08.2003 - 06.2004
Instructor
Pennsylvania State University – Main Campus
09.2001 - 05.2002
Graduate Teaching Assistantship
Pennsylvania State University – Main Campus
01.1999 - 05.2003
Student Clinician
Pennsylvania State University – Main Campus
09.1998 - 05.1999
Test Proctor
San Diego State University
09.1997 - 05.1998
Undergraduate Advisor
San Diego State University
01.1997 - 05.1998
Research Assistant
San Diego State University
09.1996 - 05.1998
Supervisory Supvr Pupil Personnel Serv PK-12 -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Doctor of Philosophy - School Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
Certified School Psychologist -
State of New Jersey
Certified School Psychologist -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Masters of Science - School Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University