EMIN0229375-0066
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2022-08-08T00:00:00
Job description of the School Psychologist Reports to: Building administrators, Supervisor and/or Director of Pupil Personnel Services Summary of Job Description: School Psychologists are responsible for consultation, specific assessments and collaboration with various school teams in order to facilitate learning and promote the cognitive, social and personal development of all students. Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as a resource for general education and special education staff to implement academic and behavioral supports.Write behavior plans in conjunction with other pertinent team members and assist with behavior interventions when deemed appropriate.Lead the Functional Behavior Assessment process in assigned buildings.Participate in the Response to Intervention Teams and assist with the facilitation and documentation of research-based methods for academic and behavioral supports.Administer, score and interpret necessary assessments (broad and focused) to assist in determining disabling conditions, and/or tiered programming for students according to state and federal regulations and according to district policies and procedures.Identify and assess the learning, development and adjustment characteristics of individuals and groups, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning. Use the assessment data about the student and the environment to develop appropriate interventions.Direct Interventions for Students: provide interventions to students to support the teaching process and to maximize learning.Provide consultation to parents, teachers and other school personnel to enhance the learning of students.Participate as a member of the special education teams and participate in the IEP process within assigned buildings. Schedule CSE meetings in coordination with the CSE chairperson, parents, teachers and school personnel to meet regulatory timelines. Complete appropriate paperwork meeting regulatory and district timelines.Share pertinent evaluation/observation information with parents, students, staff and agencies as appropriate. Professionalism Manage oneself (is organized, prepared and punctual; manage resources; meet deadlines; follow through with commitments)Consistently act in ways that directly support various missions (schools, district)Effectively maintain relationships at multiple levels (individual, teams, schools, districts)Deliver significant, noteworthy contributions to team and organizational goals.Enhance the image of public educationAct in a manner that is respectful and collaborativeHandle disagreements and conflicts in a diplomatic manner that does not result in decreased effectiveness over timeDisplay a willingness to learn new informationMaintain ethics, legal responsibilities and confidentialityFollow organizational and district policies Communication:Display effective interpersonal skills (establish a good rapport with all, know the roles of colleagues, promote informational exchanges)Use strong verbal communication and strong listening skillsCommunicate effectively with students, parents and school staffUse appropriate written communication that is constructed with a purpose, audience and intent in mind with proper writing conventions and mechanicsApply the appropriate mode of communication (email, written, telephone, face to face) for specific situationsMaintain composure during difficult situations Relationships:Develop and maintain rapport and effective relationships with children and adults contacted in the course of work by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, support and professional conduct.Actively contribute to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation and flexibility in team discussions and decision makingWhen appropriate, seek first to understandUnderstand and convey one’s role within each school setting Job Competency:Meet all licensing requirements for the positionConsistently meet all expectations listed in the job descriptionDeliver services as determined by the IEP or instructional schedule 100% of the time Personal Growth Progress:Stay current on professional knowledge and technical skills through training opportunities and participation in relevant professional committees and organizationsApply ethic and standards to professional practice in the delivery of services and observes relevant laws and policies that govern practice.Continuously seek to improve professional knowledge and skills.
Psychologist
Elmira City School
Southern
Annual wage
Fixed