Educational Psychologist

Position Summary:

Trinity Prep is seeking an experienced school psychologist to support student success by providing a variety of services and counseling that promote academic striving and achievement, social and emotional development, and good mental health. The role involves collaborating with school staff at every level, assessing student and faculty capabilities, consulting with families, and intervening if or when required. Additionally, in certain circumstances, the psychologist may be required to work with families and outside agencies to coordinate external care and ensure a supportive school environment for all students.

• Focus on research and developing evidence-based strategies to improve learning for all students, often working at a broader, systemic level.
• Assess students for school-related psychological issues using standardized tests, write detailed reports, and make recommendations for treatment plans and/or services based on assessment results.
• Conduct psycho-educational evaluations to identify learning and behavioral needs using standardized tests and other methods.
• Develop and implement individualized or group interventions to address learning and behavioral problems.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and other support plans.
• Maintain accurate records of confidential assessments, interventions, and counseling sessions.
• Prepare reports, contribute to IEPs, and provide recommendations to school staff and families.
• Possess the ability to effectively counsel diverse students from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of emotional and mental health needs.
• Create a safe and accepting environment in which students feel comfortable expressing their needs.
• Stay abreast of all school policies, state and federal laws impacting student learning.
• Keep and update HIPAA-compliant records containing privileged health information about minors.
• Learn and apply evidence-based diagnosis and treatment protocols in compliance with state licensing standards.
• Contribute to and conduct research and professional development.
• Stay up-to-date on current research and best practices in educational psychology.

• Conduct training sessions for school staff on relevant topics such as behavior management and learning strategies.
• Provide guidance and support to teachers, parents, and other school staff on topics such as behavior management, learning strategies, and procedures.
• Effectively communicate with students’ teachers, school staff, administrators, and children’s caregivers to meet children’s mental and emotional health needs.
• Collaborate with the Wellness Department to design and implement intervention strategies and programs.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all settings.
• Regularly communicate and provide quarterly reports to the Assistant Head of School.

• Minimum of a doctoral degree in school psychology, counseling psychology, or clinical psychology or a related field from an accredited institution or the international equivalent.
• Maintain a professional license and strongly prefer a certification as a national certified school psychologist (NCSP) from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).
• Minimum of 5 years as a clinical psychologist working with upper school students in independent schools preferred, with a strong background in a related field.
• Promotes an inclusive environment that values, encourages, supports differences, and articulates an authentic commitment to diversity in thought and perspective while holding others accountable for the same.
• Obtained credentials through a process that includes gaining some clinical experience under the supervision of a more experienced mentor.
• Possess compassion for the needs of children, including those with disturbed behavior and a history of trauma or other challenges.
• Organizational skills suitable for keeping records, which may be used as legal documents or for other official purposes.
• Strong interpersonal and…