School Psychologist

School Psychologist

Qualifications: Possess a Master's Degree in Psychology, Education, or School Psychology from an accredited institution. Possess a valid school psychologist certificate issued by the Arizona State Board of Education. Possess personal traits of character that enable effective communication rapport with pupils, staff, parents and community. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities: Directly responsible to Administrator for Special Services. Participate as a team member in the areas of screening, evaluating, and diagnosing. Participate in parent-staff conferences to interpret findings and recommendations resulting from evaluations. Firmly adhere to all federal, state and district rules and regulations regarding timelines. Be procedurally available to pupils, parents, staff and faculty personnel for the administration of professional advice and consultation on all matters related to psychological needs and services in the schools. Collect, compile, evaluate and provide, as required, data that may become necessary as a matter of information, documentation, reports or administrative planning requirements. Implement and maintain the policies, rules and regulations of the Board as directed through its appointed administrators. Research and study the field of child growth and development in order to gainfully recognize the academic, social and emotional needs of children. Develop an understanding of the local community and its educational needs. Diligently observe and apply the principles and techniques of good school public relations. Assume a leadership role in bringing about a harmony of understanding between the school and the community which it serves. Maintain the high standards of performance and ethical characteristics of the School Psychologist. Other duties as assigned.

Salary: Psychologist Salary Schedule Employment: 10 Months or 223 Paid Days An Equal Opportunity Employer in Compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973