Kathrine M. Koehler-Hak January, 2013

Kathrine M. Koehler-Hak

Assistant Professor of School Psychology School Psychology Program

McKee Hall 297 – Campus Box 131 University of Northern Colorado Greely, CO 8063

[email protected] (970) 351-1687

EDUCATION:

Date Degree Institution Area of Study

1996 Ph.D. University of Oregon School Psychology, early childhood emphasis

Dissertation: The Effects of Phonological Awareness and Letter Naming Fluency on First Graders Experiencing Difficulty Learning to Read.

Dissertation Chair, Dr. Roland Good III

1991 M.A. Pepperdine University Psychology with a counseling emphasis

1998 B.A. California State University Psychology

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Professional Academic:

2007 – present Assistant Professor of School Psychology. University of Northern Colorado. Term position converted to tenure track Fall, 2009.

2006 – 2007 Adjunct faculty in School Psychology. University of Northern Colorado. 1999 – 2002 Adjunct faculty in teacher education program. Washington State

Professional Non-Academic:

2011 – present LAARC: Longmont Autism & Asperger’s Resource Center provides psychoeducational assessment, intervention and consultation services to children with ASD and their families. 2006 – 2007 School Psychologist: St.Vrain Valley School District. Longmont,

CO.

2001 – 2006 School Psychologist/Counselor: Washougal School District. Washougal, WA.

1998 – 2001 Behavior Specialist: Kelso School District. Kelso, WA. 1997 – 1998 Counselor: Siuslaw School District. Florence, OR. 1995 – 1997 School Psychologist: Kelso School District. Kelso, WA.

1989 – 1991 Early Interventionist: Child Development Center. Los Angeles, CA 1987 – 1989 Counselor/Case Manager: H.E.L.P. Group. Van Nuys, CA.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION: Early childhood special education, early literacy, Functional Assessment of Academics, academic instruction and curricular design, Autism Spectrum Disorders

RESEARCH INTERESTS: Early literacy and written language assessment and intervention, parent/school partnerships, Autism Spectrum Disorder, social skill interventions.

PUBLICATIONS :

Articles: Koehler-Hak, K. M. (in press). Measuring education achievement within the context of local demographics: General Outcomes Measurement as a basis for the development of local norms. Preventing School Failure.

Koehler-Hak, K. M.& Snyder, J. C. (2011). Local norms within a model of Response to Intervention: Implications for practice. The School Psychologist. 66 (1), 7-11.

Koehler-Hak , K. M.(2008). Functional assessment of academics: A paradigm shift necessary for improved student outcomes. The School Psychologist..62 (2). 50-55.

Koehler-Hak, K.M., (2010). The use of local norms for systems accountability: Effective applications for Response to Intervention.

Trainers Corner. Colorado Society of School Psychologists. 24 (2), 3-5.

Koehler-Hak, K. M., (2009). Functional Assessment of Academics: Effective application of Response to Intervention. Trainers Corner. Colorado Society of School Psychologists. 23 (2), 7-9.

In Review

Koehler-Hak, K. M. & Van Korlaar, M., (in review). Are we speaking the same language? An exploration of parent perceptions of home and school partnerships for students with Autism

Spectrum Disorder.

Koehler-Hak, K.nM., Johnson, K., Bassett, D., & Jesinowitz, R. (in review). The effects of LEGO Therapy on social competence for on children with Aspergers Syndrome and High Functioning Autism.

Koehler-Hak, K.M., Athanasiou, M., & Little, L., (in review) Formative evaluation of early written language: The development of the Written Expression Monitoring System for Young Students (WEMSYS).

Book Chapters:

Koehler-Hak, K. M., & Bardos, A, (2009). Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills: General outcomes measurement for prevention and remediation of early reading problems. In. Naglieri, J. A. & Goldstein, S. Practitioners Guide to Assessing Intelligence Bardos, A. & Koehler-Hak, K. M. (2009). Basic Skills

Assessment Inventory. In Naglieri, J. A. & Goldstein, S. Practitioners Guide to Assessing Intelligence and Achievement. New York, NY: Wiley and Sons.

Book Entries:

Koehler-Hak, K. M.(2011). Reading Comprehension. Encyclopedia of Clinical Neuropsychology (18, 2117). SpringerLink. DOI: 10.1007/978-0-387-79948-3_1480.

Koehler-Hak, K. M. (2011). Reading Fluency.Encyclopedia of Clinical Neuropsychology (18, 2117). SpringerLink. DOI: 10.1007/978-0-387-79948-3_1481.

Koehler-Hak, K. M. (2011). Mainstreaming. Encyclopedia of Clinical Neuropsychology (18, 1510 – 1511). SpringerLink. DOI: 10.1007/978-0-387-79948-3_1459.

PUBLICATIONS IN PREPERATION:

Koehler-Hak, K. M. (in progress). Written Expression Monitoring System for Young Students (WEMSYS): A pilot study of the sensitivity and specificity of WEMSYS for kindergarden through third-grader students.

RESEARCH IN PROCESS:

The predictive validity of WEMSYS with Colorado Student Assessment Program (CSAP) and the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP). A Follow-up study of third graders performance on WEMSYS with fourth grade CSAP/TCAP performance in written expression.

Teaching basic concepts to a kindergarten student who is blind with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A case study

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS :

Johnson, K, Bassett, D, Jesinowitz, R, &Koehler-Hak, K.M., (2012). The effects of LEGO Therapy on social competence for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Paper presented at the annual conference for the International Society of School Psychology. Montreal, Canada

Koehler-Hak, K. M., Athanasiou, M., Hickman, L., & Crowder, S., (2012). Formative evaluation of early written language: New directions in measurement. Paper presentation at the annual convention of the Council for Exceptional Children. Denver, CO.

Jesionowicz, R. & Koehler-Hak, K.M. (2012). Animals as facilitators of social communication for children with autism spectrum disorder. . Poster presentation presentation at the annual convention of the Council for Exceptional Children. Denver, CO.

Koehler-Hak, K.M., & Athanasiou, (2012). Formative evaluation of early

writing: The development of a monitoring system for the written expression skills of young children. Paper presented at the Annual DIBELS Summit. Albequerque, NM.

Koehler-Hak, K.M., & Snyder, J. C., (2011). Progress monitoring for RTI: Development and use of local norms. Paper presentation at the Colorado Society of School Psychologists. Beaver Creek, CO.

Snyder, J. C., & Koehler-Hak, K.M., (2011). Instructional design for early numeracy. Paper presentation at the Colorado Society of School Psychologists. Beaver Creek, CO.

Snyder, J.C., Koehler-Hak, K.M., Rhodes, A. & Kinnipenberg, S. (2011). Developmentally appropriate early numeracy instruction: The results of a conceptual training program. . Poster presentation at the Colorado Society of School Psychologists. Beaver Creek, CO.

Koehler-Hak, K.M., & Van Korrlar, M., (2011). Sign here, check here, see you in a year: A qualitative study of home/school collaboration for parents who have children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Poster Presentation at the 5th annual Autism Conference. Applied Behavior Analysis International. Washington DC. Koehler-Hak, K. M.., Athanasiou, M., & Snyder, J. (2010). A Review of Research in Early Written Language Skills: Essential Components of Effective Assessment and Intervention of Primary School Children in the United States. Paper presented at the International School Psychology Association Conference, Dublin, Ireland.

Koehler-Hak, K.M., Athanasioiu, M., Snyder, J. & Hall, J. (2010). The Role of Local Norms and Functional Assessment of Academics (FAA) to Evaluate Student Needs: Practical Strategies for Effective Implementation of RTI. Poster presented at the International School Psychology Association Conference, Dublin, Ireland. First Place award for best poster presentation.

Koehler-Hak, K. M., Snyder, J. & Johnson, K. (2010, July). Secondary Transtion Services: How are we Ensuring Post-Secondary Success? Poster presented at the International School Psychology Association Conference, Dublin, Ireland.

Athanasiou, M., & Koehler-Hak, K. M., (2010). School Psychologists’ Involvement in Transition to Preschool Services. Poster presented at the International School Psychology Association Conference, Dublin, Ireland. Snyder, J.C. & Koehler-Hak, K. M. (2010, July). Early Numeracy:

Development & Curricular Implications. Poster presented at the International School Psychology Association Conference, Dublin, Ireland.

Koehler-Hak, K. M., Manteris, E., & Ries, J. D., (2009). Building positive relationships and rapport with students with autism spectrum disorder: How our perceptions, experiences and knowledge impact student success in the regular

education setting. Poster presented at the annual convention of the American Psychological Association. Toronto, Canada.

Koehler-Hak K. M., & Johnson K. (2009). Effective teaching practices for children with significant emotional disabilities: Bridging the gap. Poster

presented at the annual National Association of School Psychologists conference. Boston, MA.

Titley, J., D’Amato, R. C., & Koehler-Hak, K. M. (2009). A longitudinal investigation of early literacy development using teacher ratings and direct assessments. . Poster presented at the annual convention of the American Psychological Association. Toronto, Canada.

Koehler-Hak, K. M., Hall, J., & Snyder, J. (2008). The role of local norms and functional assessment of academics in Response to intervention. Paper presented at the annual Convention of Colorado Society of School Psychologists. Beaver Creek, CO.

Koehler-Hak K. M., & Johnson K. (2008). Effective teaching practices for children with significant emotional disabilities: Bridging the gap. Paper

presented at the annual Convention of Colorado Society of School Psychologists. Beaver Creek, CO.

Koehler-Hak K. M. (2008). Response to intervention: A systems change perspective. Poster presented at the annual convention of the American Psychological Association. Boston, MA.

Koehler, K. M. & Good, R. H. III.(1997). The Effects of phonological Awareness and Letter Naming Fluency on Reading Acquisition: Practical Applications for Assessment and Intervention. Paper presentation at the National Association of School Psychologist. Anaheim, CA.

Laimon D.& Koehler, K. M. (1995). The Assessment and Intervention of Early Literacy Skills. Paper presentation at the Oregon Conference; Eugene, OR. Koehler K. M. (1995). The Effects of Phonological awareness and Letter Naming Fluency on Reading Acquisition. Poster presentation at National Association of School Psychologist. Chicago, ILL.

Koehler K. M. (1995). The Effects of Phonological awareness and Letter Naming Fluency on Reading Acquisition. Poster presentation at Northwest Association for Behavior Analysis. Seattle, WA.

INVITED PROFESSIONAL CONSULTATIONS: PAID :

2008/2010 RTI consultant and trainer. St. Vrain Valley School District. Longmont, CO

2007 DIBELS: Year End Reporting. Colorado Department of Education We Can Early Childhood Curriculum: Early Literacy. Bloomington Illinois Early Childhood Program. Bloomington, ILL

2006 Activity Based Intervention. Granite School District early Childhood Early Reading First Grant. Salt Lake City, Utah.

We Can Early Childhood Curriculum: Early Literacy. Rawlins Early Childhood Program. Rawlins, WY

Early Literacy Coaches Training. Utah Rural Preschool Program. Price Utah.

Response to Intervention. special education inservice. St. Vrain School District. Longmont CO.

2005 DIBELS: Practical Implication for Assessment and Intervention. Washougal School District, Washougal WA.

DIBELS: Practical Implications for Assessment and Intervention. Educational Service District 112. Vancouver, WA.

DIBELS Training: Dallesport Public Schools, Dallesport, Or. UNPAID:

2011 Consultant for early written expression assessment and intervention. Burlington Elementary School. St. Vrain Valley School District. 2011 Facilitator of Parent workshop on managing challenging behavior for

children with disabilities. St. Vrain Valley School District.

2011 Facilitator of discussion on development and use of local norms: English Language Learners and Multicultural subcommittee of Colorado Society of School Psychologists.

2010 RTI consultant: Lotus School For Excellence

2010 The role of the school psychologist in RTI: Poudre School District PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION PARTICIPATION:

Memberships:

2007 – present American Psychological Association APA Division 16

2007 – 2012 Colorado Society of School Psychologists 2005 – present National Association of School Psychologists 2011 – present Council for Exceptional Children

CEC Division of Developmental Disabilities 2010 – present Association for Behavior Analysis International

COMMUNITY SERVICE: State and regional

2011 – 2012 Member of Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). St.Vrain Valley School District. Longmont, CO.

2011 – 2012 Parent Partnerships Organizational Committee, St. Vrain Valley School District, Longmont, CO.

2011 – present Longmont Autism Asperger Resource Center (LAARC). Longmont CO. 2008 – present Facilitator, parent support group for families of children with ASD.

Longmont CO.

2008 – 2010 Consultant, St. Vrain Valley School District, Longmont, CO.

2007 – 2011 Member. Colorado Consortium of Trainers of School Psychologists. Representative to the Board of Colorado Society of School Psychologists. Member. Colorado Department of Education School Psychology Advisory Committee.

2007 Grant Reviewer. Colorado Department of Education. Read to Achieve.

UNIVERSITY SERVICE: University of Northern Colorado

Department/Unit

2012 – present Review and Retention Committee 2011 – 2012 Social Committee

2010 - 2011 Search Committee: Tenure Track position, Counseling Psychology 2010 – 2011 Review and Retention Committee: Chair

2009 – 2010 Graham Fund committee

2009 - 2010 Search Committee. Tenure position, School Psychology 2008 – 2009 Review and Retention Committee: Chair

2008 - 2009 Search Committee. Term position, Counseling Psychology 2007 – 2010 Clinic Committee

College

2011- 2012 College of Education and Behavioral Sciences: Program Evaluation Committee

2010 – 2011 College of Education and Behavioral Sciences: Program Evaluation Committee

University

2011 University FRPB

GRADUATE STUDENT COMMITTEES:

Co-Chair:

2012 Brown-Jones, K., Traumatic Brain Injury in School-aged Children: Examining the Influence of Parenting Stress on Academic Achievement Outcomes. University of Northern Colorado

Schrader, K., The Effects of Kinder Training on Students with Emotional Disturbance and Their Special Education Teachers.University of Northern Colorado.

McConnell, E., An Examination of the Predictive Validity of the Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills: A Meta-Analysis. University of Northern Colorado.

2011 DeWar, A. L. The relationship between parent involvement and preschool children’s social competence and learning behaviors. University of Northern Colorado.

Reis, J. D. Diagnostic capability of school psychologists in the identification of autism.University of Northern Colorado.

2008 Titley, J. A longitudinal investigation of early literacy development using teacher ratings and direct assessments. University of Northern Colorado.

Member:

2012 Diane Bilotta Nursing Education

2011 Manteris, Elyse School Psychology

Jodi Huntington Counselor Education

2010 Steenson, Becky School Psychology

Shannon, Casey School Psychology

2009 Sinco, Stephanie School Psychology

Vannice, Jamie School Psychology

Walker, Justin School Psychology

TEACHING: Courses Taught:

UNC APCE 676 Assessment for Infants and Toddlers APCE 648 Assessment for Intervention: Infant Toddler

APCE 757 Programming and Instruction for Students with Severe and Low I Incident Disabilities

APCE 789 Internship in School Psychology

APCE 667 Crisis Intervention

APCE 747 Psychological Aspects of Academic Instruction and Intervention APCE 763 Research Apprenticeship

APCE 779 Practicum in School Psychology WSU CTEP 301 Learning and Development

CTEP 350 Behavior Management

Courses Developed:

UNC APCE 747 Psychological Aspects of Academic Instruction and Intervention APCE 757 Intervention for Low Incident Disabilities

GRANTS: Funded Internal:

2012 The Effects of LEGO Therapy on Prosocial Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Graham Fund grant Award in the amount of $4,698.00.

2009 Primary prevention of written language problems, Provost Research Award in the amount of $8,190.

2010 Formative evaluation of early written language: New directions in assessment, Graham Fund Faculty large grant award in the amount of $6080.00

2010 Formative evaluation of early written language: New directions in Measurement. UNC, Graduate School Summer Support Initiative in the amount of 2,600.00. 2011 Formative evaluation of early written language: New directions in Measurement.

UNC, Graduate School Summer Support Initiative in the amount of 2,989.36. Unfunded External:

2009 Primary Prevention of Written Language Problems. Society for the Study of School Psychology, Early Career Scholars Award in the amount of $14,404. 00. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES/LICENSE:

Workshop Attendance:

2012 NonDirective Play Therapy Intensive Training. Family Psychological Services, Greeley, CO.

2010 Autism Diagnostic Observation System (ADOS) training. Ann Arbor, MI. 2009 Early Career Scholars: Society for the Study of School Psychology,

APA. Toronto.

2007 Closing The Achievement Gap Training. Sopris West. San Diego, CA. 2006 DIBELS Essential Training. Dynamic Measurement Group. Eugene, OR.

Positive Behavior Support. Colorado Department of Education. Ft. Collins Colorado.

Certification and Licensure:

2007 – present Registered psychotherapist

(preparing to take EPPP exam for psychologist licensure) Department of Regulatory Agencies, Colorado

2006 – present National Certification in School Psychology

2006 – 2011 Licensure in School psychology, Colorado Department of Education 1995 – 2010 Certification in School Psychology, Washington Department of education

RECOGNITION AND HONORS:

2010 Best Poster Presentation. International School Psychology Association. Dublin, Ireland.

2010 Nominated for Excellence in Teaching Award, College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, University of Northern Colorado

2010 Inspiring Women Award, University of Northern Colorado

2009 Early Career Scholars Participant, Society for the Study of School Psychology. American Psychological Association. Conference, Toronto, Canada.

1991 -1995 Training Grant Participant: Recipient of a position on a leadership training grant sponsored by U.S. Department of Education. The grant trained school psychologists in the area of early intervention and early childhood. University of Oregon.