Certified School Psychologist

Certified School Psychologist

The Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Gregory Mott, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position: Certified School Psychologist Poughkeepsie City School District.

Qualifications: New York State Certification required; Doctorate and licensure preferred but not required; Knowledge of methods of assessment, systematic practices to collect and interpret data that lead to empirically based decisions about service needs and service outcomes; Knowledge of learning processes and the appropriate instructional interventions to meet student learning needs; Knowledge of behavioral mental health, collaborative and consultation models of service; Knowledge of Response to Intervention (RtI), Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), 504 Accommodation Plans, Committee on Special Education (CSE) guidelines and regulations; Must be willing to attain training and certification in Crisis Intervention techniques provided by the District.

Job Summary: The school psychologist provides direct support and interventions to students, consults with teachers, families and other professionals, and works with administrators and colleagues to support school-wide practices and policies and individualized interventions to address student needs; The school psychologist is directly responsible for psychological assessment of cognitive, academic, social, emotional and behavioral functioning of students who are referred for evaluations using standardized methods and observations; The school psychologist is a key member of building level support teams, leads functional behavior assessment and behavior intervention plan development when directed by the CSE, and oversees the collection and summarization of behavioral data including reporting to the CSE; The school psychologist is an important member of the building crisis response and intervention team, supporting safety and social-emotional health for all students.

Duties: The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: The School Psychologist reports to the Coordinators of Students with Exceptionalities and the Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel and Special Services; Functions as a part of the district's student support team as well as the building instructional and behavior support teams; The role includes conducting initial eligibility and triennial reassessment evaluations to include evaluations determined by the CSE within regularly timelines; Participation in and chairing of CSE meetings as needed; Leading crisis intervention efforts and development of functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans; Monitoring goal and behavioral progress; Providing individual and group counseling supports for students to include risk assessments; Supporting teachers in integrating psychological and counseling recommendations into classroom practices with appropriate interventions and accommodations; Participating in program improvement efforts and district initiatives; Development of school-wide plans to address social, coping and problem-solving skills among students, reduce bullying and violence and promote positive school climate; Providing parent counseling and training per IEP recommendations; Coordinating services with community providers and agencies involved with students and families; Providing and assisting in professional development for staff and trainings/workshops for parents and community members; Effective use of technology and support for technology integration to meet student needs; Support all District initiatives and activities including special projects, and assume other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Family and Community Engagement.

Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials, and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.

Salary: In accordance with the PPSTA contract.

Final date to file: Open until filled.