Judith Beckmeyer is applying for the position of Psychologist/Counselor at the John D. Calandra Italian American Institute. She has over 20 years of experience as a school psychologist and substance abuse coordinator helping students from diverse populations succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. She provides counseling, crisis intervention, testing and assessment, and works well with students, faculty, parents, and outside agencies.

1. Judith A. Beckmeyer
10 Parkway Court, Washington Township, NJ 07676  201.398.3028  judipsy@aol.com
John D. Calandra Institute
CUNY Queens College
Queens, N.Y.
Dear Dean Tamburri :
It is with great enthusiasm and interest that I offer my talents and expertise in consideration for the position of
Psychologist/Counselor for the John D. Calandra Italian American Institute at Queens College. Please do not let my
married name fool you as I have a close relationship with my Italian American family and identify closely with the Italian
American experience. As Vice President of Unico, I have taken an oath to be of service to my Italian American brothers and
sisters as well as propagate our heritage to the best of my being.
As a dual certified School Psychologist and Substance Awareness Coordinator, I have devoted my career to helping
students of diverse populations succeed, supporting their academic, social, behavioral and emotional needs.
I offer the following highlights for your consideration:
 Coordinates and analyzes educational and personal data for success in higher educational settings.
 Is able to identify mental health issues and offer effective treatment plans.
 Is able to coordinate knowledge with professors and parents and complete thorough treatment plans.
 Is able to coordinate services and work well with fellow colleagues as well as outside agencies.
 Fully engaged in helping students evaluate their abilities, interests, strengths and weaknesses and subsequently
identifying students for participation in support programs and counseling services.
 Creates and facilitates effective and interactive workshops and personal and group counseling programs.
 Develops innovative curriculum, programs and workshops in the areas of peer counseling, prevention, drug and
alcohol referral systems.
 Is able to provide career counseling and assess vocational and academic strengths and weaknesses.
 Exceptional ability in following through with the needs of each student and promoting a “team-like” atmosphere, in a
tactful manner.
 Works well in crisis situations
 Has a great interest in implementing research initiatives as well as facilitating lectures.
I am confident, given my experience, talents and accomplishments, that if provided the opportunity, I would contribute in
a significant way to achieve the mission of the Calandra Institute.
Please feel free to contact me to schedule an interview by phone at 201.398.3028 or by email at judipsy@aol.com.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Respectfully,
Judith Beckmeyer, M.Ed.

2. Judith A. Beckmeyer
10 Parkway Court, Washington Township, NJ 07676  201.398.3028  judipsy@aol.com
School Psychologist  Substance Awareness Coordinator
Passionate about helping students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally and emotionally
Areas of Excellence
 Counseling and Crisis Intervention
 Student Advocate
 Faculty/Administration Partnerships
 Identification of Students in Need
 Testing & Assessment
 Group Counseling
 Personal Counseling
 Academic Advisement
 Service Coordination
 Workshop Presentations
 Communication Skills
 Professional Ethics
Professional Awards
A+ For Kids Disseminator Grant Award Recipient
Created and led the Helping Other People Express program (H.O.P.E.),
a ground breaking initiative that delivered peer counseling through the Rogerian Process.
 Developed and coordinated ongoing student training, prompting the inception of a peer mediation/confilict
resolution center; delivered a H.O.P.E. presentation at the Law Related Education Symposium; garnered
recognition in the New Jersey Peer Education Directory.
Professional Experience
Substance Awareness Coordinator 11/11/2013 to
Clifton Public Schools 6/23/2014
Presently serving as the S.A.C. in the Woodrow Wilson Middle School, which serves 1,500 students.
Responsibilities include the identification and referral of students under the influence.
Serves as coordinator of the School Safety Committee, INRS Committee, as well as coordinator of the Peer Mediation
Program.
Substance Awareness Coordinator
West New York Public Schools
 Serves as the S.A.C for the West New York Elementary (5) and Middle School. Involved with the
consistent identification and referral of students who are suspected of being under the influence.
 Implemented group counseling and training of staff members.
 Created a project involving the Alternative Program which warranted a citation from the Assistant Superintendent
of Schools.
School Psychologist and Substance Awareness Coordinator
Hoboken Board of Education, Hoboken, NJ 2009 to 2012
As case manager, improved the delivery of crisis intervention, information and referral services (I&RS) and in-services for
drug and alcohol prevention for a diverse population of 1,600 students
Highlighted Accomplishments Substance Awareness Coordinator
 Appointed as District S.A.C coordinator; identified and acted as liason for students under the influence and managed
and taught evidence based programs at all levels.
 Developed and implemented a new school based drug and alcohol referral system; delivered teacher education for
identification; created and analyzed statistics for effective identification, treatment and recovery of students.
 Established a network of community based agencies that provided an effective course of action for students in crisis.
4/8/2013 to
11/8/2013
(Maternity Leave
Replacement)

3.  Rewrote district wide curriculum at all levels according to New Jersey core curriculum requirements, resulting in the
implementation of a more effective prevention program.
School Psychologist
Bergen County Special Services, Paramus, NJ 2004 to 2009
Served a population of diverse students as School Psychologist consultant for Bergen County private schools such as
Elizabeth Morrow, Dwight Englewood and the Moriah School
Highlighted Accomplishments
 Handled all aspects of case management including identification of students in need; demonstrated a genuine concern
for students, acting with their best interests in mind.
 Developed strong partnerships with parents and faculty, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to develop creative
modifications and accommodations for the classroom that assisted teachers with instructional lessons.
 Coordinated all Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings with parents, students and faculty, and developed IEP’s as well
as psychological evaluations.
Early School Psychologist Progression
Belleville School District, Belleville, NJ 2002 to 2004
 Seamlessly managed a high case load, developed effective IEP plans, served as integral part of child study teams,
provided ongoing counseling and prepared psychological evaluations.
Northern Valley School District, Demarest/Old Tappan, NJ 2001 to 2002
 Successfully maintained over and above expectations for a “Blue Ribbon” school district.
Ridgefield Park School District, Ridgefield Park, NJ 2000 to 2001
 Supported three elementary schools and one middle school; successfully managed a high caseload, testing and
assessment and provided expertise as a child study team member.
Wood-Ridge Board of Education, Wood-Ridge, NJ 1994 to 1999
 Managed the testing and evaluation processes and provided ongoing counseling to students for the school district.
 Served on the Pupil Assistance and Core Team Committees.
 Acted as principal director of peer mediation and the peer counseling center.
Bergen County Special Services, Paramus, NJ 1993 to 1994
 Served as case manager and school psychologist for the Behavioral Continuum; including BCCP South, BCCP North,
Union Street School, Learning through the Arts, and The Evergreen Program.
Professional Profile
Collegiate
Teaching Experience Behavioral Disorders Course, Felician College, Lodi, NJ
Certifications Certification as Substance Awareness Coordinator, Montclair State University, Montclair,
NJ
Certification in School Psychology, Georgian Court College, Lakewood Township, NJ
Memberships New Jersey Association of School Psychologists, Hamilton, NJ

4. Community Saint John the Baptist Church, Hillsdale, NJ, 1996 to present
Involvement -Assists in the delivery of the annual three day Women’s Cornerstone Retreat
Saint Joseph’s Regional High School, Montvale, NJ, 2009 to 2012
-Facilitated a full-day in-service for the students which included 41 speakers on drug and
alcohol prevention, pro-life and date rape.
-Acted as parent coordinator for the football program.
Immaculate Heart Academy, Washington Township, NJ, 2012 to present
Education Master of Education, Educational Psychology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, NJ
Academic Honors Phi Zeta Kappa, Phi Omega Epsilon and Psi Chi Honor Societies

5. PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
1) Mr. Patrick Gagliardi – Principal (201)553-4160, ext: 68010
West New York Middle School
201-57th
Street
West New York, New Jersey
2) Mr. Brian Cooney – Vice President (201)553-4160, ext: 68016
West New York Middle School
201-57th
Street
West New York, New Jersey
3) Mr. Peter Salvano
Supervisor of Counseling and Student Services
Clifton Board of Education
745 Clifton Avenue
Clifton, New Jersey 07013
4) Mr. Robert Recchione
Ex. Director of Child Study Team and
Present Principal of Wood-Ridge Middle School
151 First Street
Wood-Ridge, New Jersey 07075
(201)933-6777
rrecchione@wood-ridgeschools.org

6. PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
1) Mr. Patrick Gagliardi – Principal (201)553-4160, ext: 68010
West New York Middle School
201-57th
Street
West New York, New Jersey
2) Mr. Brian Cooney – Vice President (201)553-4160, ext: 68016
West New York Middle School
201-57th
Street
West New York, New Jersey
3) Mr. Peter Salvano
Supervisor of Counseling and Student Services
Clifton Board of Education
745 Clifton Avenue
Clifton, New Jersey 07013
4) Mr. Robert Recchione
Ex. Director of Child Study Team and
Present Principal of Wood-Ridge Middle School
151 First Street
Wood-Ridge, New Jersey 07075
(201)933-6777
rrecchione@wood-ridgeschools.org