School Psychologist

Apply for the School Psychologist position at PLATTSMOUTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Under the general supervision of the Director of Special Education, the School Psychologist assists students, teachers, and parents in enabling students to derive the fullest potential educational experience from school by promoting positive self‑esteem and resilience, and by providing suggested methods and plans for overcoming psychological or mental health problems.

• Conduct psychological assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to maximize learning and overcome psychological issues.
• Conduct individual, group or facilitative therapy for students whose diagnosed problems would benefit from behavior modification or differentiated instruction.
• Assist with the identification and placement of all types of exceptional students.
• Coordinate with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with psychological services.
• Attend PPT meetings as needed for students with special needs.
• Serve as a resource and consultant on mental health and child psychology, and conduct in‑service programs as requested.
• Assist with the school district’s dropout prevention efforts.
• Serve as a ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and maturity.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and stay current with developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping and provide student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students’ education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, aids, other supplies and equipment, and maintain inventory records.

• Knowledge of child psychology principles, assessments, methods, behavior modification, and current developments in child psychology.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Nebraska Certification/License as a School Psychologist

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master’s Degree and Specialist Degree.

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level is preferred.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Education Administration Programs