POSITION TITLE: School Psychologist

JOB CODE: 405D

DIVISION: Academic, Support and Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: School Social Worker and Psychologist

DEPARTMENT: Student Assistance Programs

WORK DAYS: 198

REPORTS TO: Director, Student Assistance Programs and Supervisor, Psychological Services

PAY GRADE: CPP (6 or 7)

FLSA: Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assists in the intervention and evaluation process for students experiencing academic and/or behavioral problems.

Requirements

• Educational Level: Specialist Degree or equivalent degree hours
• Certification/License Required: Service Certificate in School Psychology
• Experience: None; 2 years of experience in school psychology preferred
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; planning, organization, leadership
  
  

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Duties

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Demonstrates competency in administering a variety of assessment instruments and techniques.
• Demonstrate understanding of criteria for all areas of eligibility.
• Engages with school teams in problem-solving and making recommendations for interventions for students.
• Writes comprehensive psychoeducational reports that adhere to local guidelines.
• Demonstrates appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher and student conferences.
• Provides presentations/professional learning for local schools and other groups as needs are identified.
• Is knowledgeable about available resources in the school and community.
• Participates in eligibility determination and program decisions for students with disabilities.
• Participates in and contributes to professional learning activities provided by the department.
• Practices in accordance to Federal, State and County regulations and professional ethics.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.