School Psychologist

Essential Duties

• Assessment and Evaluation:
  • Comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and reevaluations
  • Administer, score, and interpret cognitive, academic, behavioral, social-emotional, adaptive behavior assessments
  • Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports
  • Determine eligibility for special education services in accordance with IDEA, Chapter 14
  • Develop recommendations for educational programming, accommodations, interventions
• Consultation and Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, counselors, families, related service providers
  • Serve as consultant on instructional practices, behavior management, interventions
  • Participate in multidisciplinary teams, problem-solving teams, Student Assistance Program (SAP)
  • Support MTSS and RTI frameworks
  • Facilitate communication among school personnel, parents, community agencies
• Student Support Services:
  • Individual and group counseling
  • Develop and implement behavioral intervention plans and positive behavior support strategies
  • Conduct risk assessments and support crisis intervention
  • Promote social-emotional learning and student wellness
• Special Education Compliance:
  • Attend IEP meetings, reevaluation conferences, manifestation determination meetings
  • Ensure timely completion of evaluations and required documentation
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and district regulations
  • Monitor student progress and evaluate intervention effectiveness
  • Maintain accurate and confidential student records
• Professional Leadership:
  • Provide professional development to faculty and staff
  • Remain current on school psychology developments, educational research, legal requirements
  • Contribute to district initiatives on student achievement, school climate, mental health

Qualifications

• Master's, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology
• Valid Pennsylvania School Psychologist Certification
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, Chapter 14, Chapter 15
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Required Clearances

• PA State Police Criminal History Clearance
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Federal Criminal History Record (FBI Fingerprint Clearance)
• Act 168 Employment History Review

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