Chutikarn Cotham
Bury St Edmunds,UK
Summary
Bilingual school psychologist with diverse experience working with children across educational and developmental settings. Knowledgeable in behavioral health, play-based interventions and psychoeducational assessment. Dedicated to supporting students' social-emotional well-being and academic success through collaboration with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed School Psychologist
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2024 - 02.2026
- Completed 60+ psychoeducational evaluations annually, using a whole-child approach and providing practical recommendations for stakeholders
- Consulted regularly with teachers, parents, and related service providers to address academic and behavioral concerns
- Wrote thorough, defensible reports that were accessible and clearly communicated findings to parents and teachers
- Provided counseling support to students experiencing grief and loss
- Used play therapy techniques with early elementary students in both individual and small group settings to support social-emotional and behavioral challenges
- Took initiative in guiding school-based special education teams in strengthening documentation and data collection practices to better support the assessment and eligibility process
- Trained staff in understanding psychoeducational results
- Trained and supported fellow school psychologists in implementing digital assessment (Q-Interactive)
- Started a 'Random Acts of Kindness' initiative to promote a positive school climate among students and staff
School Psychology Intern
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Consulted and collaborated with teachers, parents, administrators, and multidisciplinary team members to address students' educational and mental health needs
- Administered and interpreted culturally responsive cognitive, academic, and behavioral assessments for a diverse range of students
- Implemented Tier 3 academic and behavioral interventions and consistently monitored student progress to support effective outcomes
- Delivered professional development to school personnel on student support and assessment-related practices
- Fostered a safe and supportive environment within the school setting
- Served on the Attendance Task Force to address and reduce chronic absenteeism
Teaching Assistant
Hampton Roads International Montessori
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with lead teacher to guide children aged 4-6 through Montessori curriculum, fostering independence and curiosity
- Contributed to keeping the classroom environment calm, organized, and inviting, so children could move and work independently
- Pursued ongoing Montessori training and incorporated new skills into classroom practice, enhancing educational experience
ABA Teaching Assistant
Peninsula School At The Faison Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered structured 1:1 instruction to students with Autism and related developmental conditions, reinforcing academic, social, and daily living skills while adjusting to students' daily needs and readiness
- Implemented individualized curricula using Applied Behavior Analysis to support students ages 5-21 with diverse special education needs
- Routinely applied de-escalation techniques to maintain safety while adhering to school policies and behavior protocols
Education
Educational Specialist - School Psychology
James Madison University
08-2024
Masters of Arts - School Psychology
James Madison University
08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Chulalongkorn University
06-2016
Skills
- Psychoeducational assessment
- The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2)
- Crisis intervention
- Play therapy
- The Culture-Language Interpretive Matrix (C-LIM)
- Child Development
- Problem solving
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Functional behavior assessments
- Academic intervention strategies
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
- VASP School Psychology Student of the Year Nominee
- Be the One (VASP Initiative Project) - Team Leader
- Attendance Task Force Team Member
- VASP Student Representative
- Student of Color Succeeding Mentoring Program (Initiative Program)
- Hampton Roads Refugee Relief Volunteer
Professional Development
- ADOS-2 Training, 01/01/26
- Play Therapy Workshops, 01/01/25
- VASP Fall Conference, 09/01/24
- VASP Fall Conference, 10/01/23
- NASP Convention, 02/01/23
Timeline
Licensed School Psychologist
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2024 - 02.2026
School Psychology Intern
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
Teaching Assistant
Hampton Roads International Montessori
03.2021 - 07.2021
ABA Teaching Assistant
Peninsula School At The Faison Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
Educational Specialist - School Psychology
James Madison University
Masters of Arts - School Psychology
James Madison University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Chulalongkorn University