School Psychologist

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have a Master's Degree in School Psychology, Specialist Degree preferred. State of Michigan School Psychologist certification required.

• Support ALL students through consistent implementation of MTSS framework.
• Works within a team to complete Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and supports the development of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Collects data and provides systematic observations for students experiencing emotional, learning, or attention problems in the classroom.
• Knowledgeable about evidence-based instructional to support social-emotional needs for students at all tier levels.
• Provides interventions and makes recommendations to assist high-risk students in the classroom.
• Conducts extensive psychological evaluations and re-evaluations of referred students.
• Leads Multi-Evaluation Teams in eligibility decisions following MARSE rules.
• Interprets psychological data to school personnel, other concerned professionals, parents, and the student.
• Provides teachers and administrators consultative support for academic and social-emotional intervention.
• Participates in professional learning opportunities to keep abreast of new developments and best practices in the field to best support and plan for students.
• Strong written communication skills for psychological reports required for all initial and re-determination evaluations.

This position reports to the Director of Special Education.