School Psychologist (SY26/27)

About the role

The Psychologist is responsible for measuring and interpreting the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social and emotional development of children; interpreting results of psychological studies; interpreting and applying state and federal codes; and developing strategies and interventions to address the special education needs of eligible students.

Responsibilities

• Act as coordinators for school data teams for the purpose of data collection and analysis related to school improvement, student outcomes and accountability requirements.
• Administers and interpret standardized and/or supplemental assessments and consult with families in Spanish, where applicable, for the purpose of measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social and emotional development of children and/or determining eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assess students' functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment for the purpose of determining student's functional level and developing recommendations and/or placement.
• Collaborate with principal as a member of their school's Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) for the purpose of establishing and communicating instructional goals for school success, assisting with allocating and managing resources to support the school's instructional program, sharing leadership responsibilities, and participating in decision-making that advances the school's mission.
• Ensure consultation, interventions, and assessments are appropriately designed to meet student, staff, and parental needs for the purpose of upholding cultural competence in every area of our service delivery.
• Facilitate training(s) for regular and special education staff and facilitate PTA and parent meetings (e.g., mental health panels, Parent University) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Identify the best instructional approaches and strategies by differentiating for students needs for the purpose of improving student learning.
• Implement school-wide prevention programs for the purpose of maintaining positive school climates conducive to learning.
• Lead and facilitate small groups and whole class sessions to work on skills related to executive functioning, social situations, self regulation, friendship, anger management, and various other areas for the purpose of improving students' social/emotional/behavioral/academic functioning.
• Maintain direct involvement in the development and implementation of educational programs and interventions at the classroom, building and district level for the purpose of ensuring effective programs to assist children who experience physical, mental, social or emotional difficulties.
• Participate in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned (e.g. representative for domain meetings; annual reviews; and IEP review meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Participate in all tiers of PBIS supporting students' social, emotional, and behavioral health for the purpose of creating positive classroom environments.
• Perform informal and formal classroom observations and collect and analyze data for the purpose of measuring the success of interventions.
• Provide educational training on specific disabilities and data collection tools; advocate for students' rights to be educated in the least restrictive setting; and participate in co-planning sessions with general and special education teachers for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
• Provide administrative and clinical consultation for Park School evaluations for the purpose of enabling the school district to comply with state laws without having to engage an outside consultant (applies to some doctoral level School Psychologists who possess a clinical license).
• Provide consultation with regular education teachers, special education teachers, related services (i.e. speech therapists, social workers, occupational therapists), and administration on an ongoing basis for the purpose of contributing to gains in student achievement.
• Provides individual and group counseling (includes the implementation of the IEP with regard to special education students receiving counseling services) for the purpose of enhancing student success in the school.
• Provides leadership, direct services, and coordination with needed community services for the purpose of responding to crises.
• Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
• Review individual student data for the purpose of determining appropriate interventions (such as, check in/check out, social-academic intervention groups, mentoring).

  Qualifications

  • Education Required: Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Certificates And Licenses: Designated Subject Matter Endorsement Professional Educators License.

  Compensation And Benefits (2026-2027 School Year)

  • Minimum starting salary with Masters degree: $88,225 (includes District paid TRS pension) - pro-rated to start date.
  • Benefits Include: Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Pet Insurance, Life Insurance and Long-term Disability, Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Pension plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, Tax Deferred Annuities, 12 Sick Days, 2 Personal Days, Employee Assistance Program.