This employee is responsible for the delivery of comprehensive psychological services.Duties of this position include but are not limited to:CORE COMPATENCIES
- Planning and Development
- Participation in the development of the comprehensive plan at the school and district level.
- Participation in the development of short- and long-term goals for the school psychological services program.
- Chairing Sub-Committee CSE Meetings
- Chairing Instructional Support Team Meetings
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or above
- State Certification is School Psychology
GENERAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations that include but ae not limited to the assessment of intellectual, developmental, academic, social/emotional and behavioral status.
- Assessment and data collection by use of formal, informal or non-standardized evaluation techniques including functional behavioral assessments and behavior interventions plans.
- Interpreting and utilizing assessment data for the purpose of writing psychological reports and developing written intervention plans.
- Counseling students individually and in groups and providing crisis intervention.
- Utilizing the Instructional Support Team as a resource for students.
- Service to Parents:
- Providing training on a wide variety of topics including but not limited to child development and effective parenting.
- Assisting parents in locating available educational information and interventions.
- Service to Teachers:
- Consulting with teachers and administrators regarding specific students.
- Assisting in the development of teacher implemented interventions.
- Assisting with school wide programs.
- Providing in-service training.
- Service to Community:
- Participating in the development of educational and community partnerships.
- Working with communities to improve the lives of students.
- Professional Development:
- Attending in-service meetings and conferences to develop professional attitudes and skills.
- Maintaining professional skills through reading of current literature and professional memberships.
- Program Evaluation:
- Participating in program evaluation.
- Assisting in the design and implementation of program evaluation.
- Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervising school psychology interns and practicum students. Participation in research.
Reports to: Building Principal; Responsible to the Special Education Supervisor, and the Director of Special Education. (Updated 4/2023)