School Psychologist

School Psychologist PositionThank you for your interest in our School Psychologist positionJob Summary: The School Psychologist is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by Coordinator of Psychology Services, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.Job DescriptionPosition Title: Psychologist - Salary Schedule: State Plus Local SupplementDepartment: Student Services - Job Code: 140551Reports To: Coordinator of Psychology Services - Work Schedule: 200 days per year/8 hours per dayGrade/Level: L/S200 - FLSA: ExemptPrimary Function: Ability to conduct psychoeducational evaluations. Knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations and District procedures regarding Response to Intervention, Student Support Team, and Exceptional Students Education Program.Working Conditions:Office Environment - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboardConstant Interruptions - Hearing and speaking to exchange informationSeeing to read a variety of materialsStanding and sitting for extended periods of timeBending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materialsQualifications:Must hold or be eligible for a Georgia Level 6 certification or higher in related fieldStrong written and oral communication, planning and organizationService certificate in School PsychologyThe Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.Essential Functions:Demonstrates prompt and regular attendanceAssists in the implementation of federal, state, and district regulations, and practices in accordance with professional ethicsDemonstrates a competent understanding of the psychometric characteristics of various assessment instrumentsDemonstrates appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher, and student conferencesConducts individual comprehensive and partial psychoeducational evaluationsParticipates in arena assessmentsWrites comprehensive psychological reports to assist in educational planning for studentsParticipates in preparing draft eligibility reports in accordance with Georgia rules and regulationsParticipates in eligibility team meetings for students with disabilitiesConsults with district staff regarding the Response to InterventionConsults with ESEP staff to assist in meeting the educational needs of students and disabilitiesParticipates and serves as a consultant on the School Based Intervention Team (SBIT) and Student Support Team (SST) meetingsParticipates in IEP meetingsParticipates in professional learning activities and trainingsConducts presentations/trainings for school personnel on pertinent topicsConducts observations of students to assist in the planning of interventionsConducts group or individual counseling sessions as appropriateParticipates as a member of the system's crisis intervention teamCollaborate with school, home and community to promote student well beingOther duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designeeApplicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.