School Psychologist, PT

School Psychologist, PT

The School Psychologist will coordinate and implement psychological services, which include academic and behavioral consultation emphasizing the problem‑solving model, psycho educational assessment, individual/group counseling, and crisis intervention. The School Psychologist will collaborate with administrators, teachers, other school personnel, parents, and community agencies to support students’ educational needs and will report directly to the Supervisor of Psychological Services.

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Participate actively in problem‑solving teams to define student difficulties, develop interventions, and monitor response to interventions.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations of referred students in accordance with departmental standards and state/federal regulations.
• Interpret educational data and psychological findings to parents, school personnel, and other professionals during individual conferences and team meetings.
• Consult with parents, students, school staff, and other professionals regarding student, class, school or district issues.
• Maintain knowledge of legal, ethical, and professional issues related to the practice of school psychology.
• Participate in school and district‑level meetings as directed by the Supervisor of Psychological Services.
• Complete comprehensive psycho educational evaluations and produce written reports utilized for educational planning.
• Maintain accurate records regarding services provided.
• Participate in the formulation and implementation of in‑school intervention programs.
• Provide mental health services to students.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance practice and provide professional development to other educators and parents.
• Initiate, participate in, and contribute to the development of a school environment conducive to learning.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Communications:
  Express ideas verbally and in written form; exhibit good listening and comprehension; keep others adequately informed; select and use appropriate communication methods.
• Initiative:
  Volunteer readily; undertake self‑development activities; seek increased responsibilities; take independent actions and calculated risks; look for and take advantage of opportunities; ask for help when needed.
• Job Knowledge:
  Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibit ability to learn and apply new skills; keep abreast of current developments; require minimal supervision; display understanding of how the job relates to others; use resources effectively.
• Planning & Organization:
  Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; integrate changes smoothly; set goals and objectives; work in an organized manner.
• Relationship Building:
  Build rapport up, down, and across the organization; establish collaborative relationships to achieve objectives; seek win‑win solutions to conflict; develop a network of professional contacts; display empathy and tolerate diverse viewpoints.

• Experience:
  
  1,200 hours internship or equivalent.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:
  Florida Professional Educator Certificate in School Psychology.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints; write speeches and make persuasive speeches on controversial or complex topics to various audiences.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Add and subtract two‑digit numbers; multiply and divide with 10s and 100s; perform operations using units of American money, weight, volume, and distance.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form; handle abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing; lift up to 10 pounds; reach with both dominant and non‑dominant hand; noise intensity moderate.

This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations, and/or community organizations throughout the district.

Position Type: Full‑time

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability, or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.