Substitute School Psychologist

School Psychologist

To identify and remediate special learning and/or emotional/behavior problems of students through comprehensive psycho educational assessment and consultation with school staff, parents and students.

Respond appropriately and within federal and state guidelines to referrals for initial psychological assessment and for reevaluation of children in special education programs.

Demonstrate a competent understanding of the psychometric characteristics of a variety of assessment instruments.

Demonstrate appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher and student conferences.

Communicate psychological assessment results and recommendations both verbally and through written reports.

Participate in eligibility and program decisions in meeting the needs of students with disabilities.

Participate in and contribute to professional development activities.

Recommend appropriate remedial and intervention procedures for students.

Manage time and resources effectively.

Provide differential diagnosis in areas of intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities and emotional/behavioral disorders.

Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.

Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner.

Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment.

Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities.

Ensure adherence to safety procedures.

Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.

Perform other duties as assigned.