School Psychologist

Psychological Services Employee

This employee is responsible for the delivery of comprehensive psychological services.

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

Core Competencies

• Planning and Development
• Participation in the development of the comprehensive plan at the school and district level.
• Participation in the development of short- and long-term goals for the school psychological services program.
• Chairing Sub-Committee CSE Meetings
• Chairing Instructional Support Team Meetings

Qualifications

• Master's degree or above
• State Certification is School Psychology

General Performance Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations that include but are not limited to the assessment of intellectual, developmental, academic, social/emotional and behavioral status.
• Assessment and data collection by use of formal, informal or non-standardized evaluation techniques including functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans.
• Interpreting and utilizing assessment data for the purpose of writing psychological reports and developing written intervention plans.
• Counseling students individually and in groups and providing crisis intervention.
• Utilizing the Instructional Support Team as a resource for students.
• Service to Parents:
• Providing training on a wide variety of topics including but not limited to child development and effective parenting.
• Assisting parents in locating available educational information and interventions.
• Service to Teachers:
• Consulting with teachers and administrators regarding specific students.
• Assisting in the development of teacher implemented interventions.
• Assisting with school wide programs.
• Providing in-service training.
• Service to Community:
• Participating in the development of educational and community partnerships.
• Working with communities to improve the lives of students.
• Professional Development:
• Attending in-service meetings and conferences to develop professional attitudes and skills.
• Maintaining professional skills through reading of current literature and professional memberships.
• Program Evaluation:
• Participating in program evaluation.
• Assisting in the design and implementation of program evaluation.
• Other Duties and Responsibilities:
• Supervising school psychology interns and practicum students. Participation in research.

Reports to: Building Principal; Responsible to the Special Education Supervisor, and the Director of Special Education.