CTE Photography FTE

Position: CTE Photography 1.0 FTE - 2026-2027 School Year
Tolleson Union High School District

School Psychologist

Purpose

The job of the School Psychologist is for the purpose of supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development. The School Psychologist will assess and address learning and behavioral challenges, collaborate with educators and parents, and contribute to creating a positive and inclusive school environment, their role involves providing counseling, conducting assessments, and implementing interventions to enhance students' overall well-being. The School Psychologist will work together with teachers, administrators, and other specialists (e.g. occupational therapists), to design effective programs for children who face social or emotional problems, developmental or learning disorders, and disabilities.

The School Psychologist will advise the Principal in the implementation of these programs in individual or group sessions. The School Psychologist will also occasionally counsel and guide parents and teachers.

Qualifications

Required:

* Master's degree in School Psychology or similar related field from an accredited institution.

* Possess a valid School Psychologist certificate issued by the Arizona Department of Education.

* Valid AZ Department of Public Safety (DPS) Identity Verified Print (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card.

* Strong understanding of state and federal education policies and regulations.

Preferred:

* A Ph.D or Psy.

D in School Psychology or similar educational field.

* Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Essential Functions

* Assist staff in identifying students with disabilities.

* Screen, observe, and/or gather data on students who have been referred.

* Evaluate students including selecting appropriate instruments, administering tests, observations, and writing reports which state the evaluation findings and provide educational program recommendations in compliance with IDEA requirements.

* Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and the individualized education program (IEP) team communicating evaluation findings and collaborating on the child's educational plan.

* Participate in manifestation determination meetings.

* Provide collaborative consultation including assisting general education staff with suggestions of pre-referral intervention strategies and providing recommendations and modifications to assist general education staff in working with students with disabilities in the classroom setting.

* Be procedurally available to students, parents, staff, and other personnel for the administration of professional advice and consultation on all matters related to psychological needs and services.

* Direct and plan for necessary psychological and/or counseling services to students on an individual basis, coordinated with the IEP team.

* Coordinate all psychological activities on campus with appropriate school officials.

* Collaborate to assess threats on campus.

* Assist with Section 504 evaluations as needed. Collaborate with school counselors as needed to create coordinated plans for students.

* Adhere to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations, and laws governing special education programs.

* Maintain compliance with district policies and procedures.

* Establish and maintain effective relationships and communication with teachers, administrators, students, and parents.

* Be a direct liaison with community health services to provide support for students and families. Refer students to community-based services as needed.

* Act as a liaison between the school, alternative programs, private placements, residential treatment centers, and other social service agencies.

* Prepare and submit required written reports in a timely manner, following district procedures.

* Participate in activities that promote professional development.

* Participate in professional communities at the assigned school and district level.

* Work under the supervision of the Director of Special Services in collaboration with the site administrator. Work in partnership with the Special Education Department Chairperson.

* Perform other duties as requested by site administration and Director of Special…