School Psychologist

Job Description: School Psychologist

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and student-centered School Psychologist to join our team. The School Psychologist will play an essential role in promoting students' academic achievement, social-emotional development, behavioral growth, and overall well-being. This position involves collaborating with students, families, teachers, and school staff to identify individual needs, provide meaningful support, and develop strategies that foster a positive and inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping students overcome challenges, reach their full potential, and thrive both academically and personally.

 Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments: Administer and interpret various psychological and educational assessments to identify students' strengths, weaknesses, and specific learning needs.
• Provide intervention strategies: Develop and implement individualized intervention plans to address academic, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
• Collaborate with stakeholders: Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement appropriate student support plans.
• Support special education process: Participate in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process by providing assessment data, attending meetings, and contributing to developing appropriate goals and services.
• Counseling and guidance: Provide individual and group counseling to students, focusing on social-emotional development, conflict resolution, and coping skills.
• Crisis intervention: Offer immediate support during crises, such as student emergencies or traumatic events, by providing counseling, coordinating resources, and implementing safety plans.
• Consultation and training: Provide consultation and professional development to teachers and staff on behavior management, effective learning strategies, and mental health awareness.
• Data analysis and reporting: Collect and analyze data to track student progress, evaluate program effectiveness, and generate reports as required.
• Stay current with best practices: Keep up-to-date with research and best practices in school psychology, and incorporate this knowledge into your work.

Qualifications:

• Education: A master's degree or higher in School Psychology or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Certification: Hold a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Psychology issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Experience: Previous experience working as a School Psychologist, preferably in an educational setting.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of psychological assessment and intervention techniques, special education laws and regulations, and ethical guidelines for professional practice.
• Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with students, parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Empathy and compassion: Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with students and provide support in a caring and empathetic manner.
• Problem-solving skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess complex situations and provide appropriate interventions.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing needs and work effectively in a fast-paced educational environment.

Salary: $60-65 per hour