School Psychologist; Effective

SUMMARY

The hybrid school psychologist will provide consultation office hour services and triage referrals to the designated school site. During office hours the psychologist will make recommendations for additional support or provide guidance regarding a recommendation for evaluation. The psychologist will conduct evaluations according to state and district guidelines. Upon the completion of the assessment process the psychologist will attend team meetings to interpret data and to provide feedback regarding interventions.

• Master’s degree in psychology or related field.
• Valid State of Arizona School Psychologist Certificate.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Knowledge of IDEA and Special Education rules and regulations.
• Strong psychometric background, including an understanding of, and ability to use, a variety of normative, criterion-based, and informal assessments.
• Knowledge of the evaluation procedures for a diverse student population, including those with sensory and physical impairments.
• Understanding of child development, learning disorders, developmental disorders, and behavioral management.
• Ability to communicate complex psychological data to others, (parents, teachers, etc.) in a meaningful way, both orally and in writing.
• Sensitivity to cultural and linguistic differences.
• Knowledge of K-12 curricula.

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS-Provider r.
• Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department.
• Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s Licenserequiredwithin 30 days of hire)
• MVReport –showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services
  - Transportation by Employees.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services
  - Transportation by Employees

• EdS or PhD in School Psychology, licensed Psychologist in AZ.

Effective:  SCHOOL YEAR

Location:

Exceptional Education Department
- Sites vary

Classification:
Psychologist

FTE: 1.0
-8 hours per day - 1 position available

Work Calendar:
9.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.