Biography:

Dr. Marissa Hyszczak is an Adjunct Professor of Graduate Psychology at American International College. She teaches courses in diagnostic assessments for individuals and groups as well as the systems and theories of psychology. Combining her background in education and clinical psychology, Dr. Hyszczak brings a unique instructional perspective that incorporates hands-on and collaborative learning, real-world experiences, and case studies into a dynamic classroom environment.

Dr. Hyszczak currently works in a public school system as a school psychologist and special education team facilitator. She has experience as a special education teacher in both urban and suburban settings, and she has worked as a clinician through various local agencies as well as within the Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program at Baystate. Her interests include current mental health trends, psychometrics, educational assessment, and integrating social-emotional constructs into academic instruction.

She also volunteers as Secretary for the Parent Teacher Organization at her children’s school. Dr. Hyszczak resides in western Massachusetts with her husband and three children.

Education:

• Ed.D., Educational Psychology, specialization in School Psychology — American International College
• M.A., Clinical Psychology, specialization in Mental Health — American International College
• B.A., Elementary Education, specialization in Special Education — Endicott College

Research/Interests:

• Current mental health trends
• Psychometrics
• Educational assessment
• Integrating social-emotional constructs into academic instruction

Teaching Areas:

Dr. Hyszczak teaches graduate-level courses in diagnostic assessment and psychological systems and theories.

Professional Service:

• Secretary, Parent Teacher Organization