School Psychologist

(This may not include all tasks which may be found in this position)

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  Assists in early identification of students’ learning and adjustment problems and in identifying factors in the learning environment that may affect the student and assessing the degree of impact.

• Conducts assessments appropriate to the focus of concern and according to prevailing professional standards. The assessments take into consideration the characteristics of the student or group of students, including ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic and handicapping considerations

• Integrates data from assessments and develops hypotheses relative to instructional and educational programming and program eligibility and placement

• Assists in planning and developing interventions, programs, and/or services based on the identified needs of the student or group of students.

• Teachers students how to develop effective learning strategies and personal and social skills

• Counsels students on educational and personal adjustment issues

• Evaluates effectiveness of individual and group interventions and modifies interventions based on the data collected

• Demonstrates knowledge of consultation models and processes

• Consults with teachers, staff, and parents about ways to facilitate learning and adjustment for individuals or groups of students and on classroom, school, or system need

• Helps to coordinate between the school system and other relevant agencies to facilitate services for students and families

• Interprets educational policies, programs, and procedures related to psychological services

• Provides information and/or education in the application of learning theory, child development, and other psychological principles to school personnel and families

• Plans and implements in-service programs for staff and families

• Conducts or assists in conducting formal and informal needs assessments to determine program characteristics and needs

• Assists in planning for program evaluations and assists school personnel in analyzing, interpreting, and disseminating the results of program evaluations

• Assists in the development of a comprehensive program of services for all students and adheres to established program goals, priorities, and objectives.

• Plans, maintains, and/or participates in a system of accountability for services delivered

• Delivers services consistent with the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) and the American Psychological Association (APA) ethical principles and professional standards of practice

• Observes federal, state, and local policies and regulations in the delivery of school psychological services.

• Works to ensure students’ rights and welfare in the school and community

• Engages in continuing professional development by assessing one’s own needs and seeks ways to address needs

• Other duties as assigned