Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Psychologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students who have diverse learning needs, including those requiring specialized support in a preschool or private school setting. This role involves developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), fostering a supportive classroom environment, and utilizing various teaching methodologies, including Montessori approaches and behavioral therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tailored IEPs for students with special needs.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that promotes the academic and social development of all students.
• Utilize various teaching strategies, including Montessori methods, to engage students effectively.
• Conduct standardized testing and assess student progress regularly.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and specialists to support student learning and development.
• Creating a safe and accepting environment in which students feel comfortable expressing their needs
• Keeping up with district and school policies, state and federal law and the needs of families for information sharing and confidentiality
• Effectively communicating with students’ teachers, school staff, district administrators and children’s caregivers to meet children’s mental and emotional health needs
• Keeping and updating HIPAA-compliant records containing privileged health information about minors
• Learning and applying evidence-based diagnosis and treatment protocols in compliance with state licensing standards.

Experience

• Master’s degree in School Psychology.
• Experience working with preschool-aged and Middle age group children or in a private school setting is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with behavioral therapy techniques and the ability to implement them effectively in the classroom.
• Knowledge of IEP development and implementation processes.
• Experience with standardized testing practices for special education students is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with students, parents, and colleagues.
• A passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Join our team as we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our students through dedicated support and innovative teaching practices.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $70.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Work Location: In person