SCHOOL PSYCHOMETRIST

Responsibilities

• Affords paper and pencil tests or uses testing equipment, such as picture tests and dexterity boards, under standard conditions.
• Times tests and records results.
• Interprets test results in light of standard norms and limitations of the test in terms of validity and reliability.
• Aid in the identification and initial referral of disabled children.
• Perform psycho-educational assessments.
• Participate in comprehensive staffing.
• Cook up information flow from the department to other appropriate service providers.
• Prepare comprehensive psycho-educational reports.
• Made recommendations for intervention and act as an IEP team member.
• Attend categorical eligibility which involves presenting evaluation results.
• Preserve confidential records.
• Provide documentation of progress and prepare evaluations.
• Offer formal/informal in-service to administrators, parents, and teachers.
• Travel to various sites to provide services.
• Attend necessary workshops and continuing education to maintain certification.

Qualifications

• Hold or be able to obtain a valid Oklahoma School Sociometrist Certificate.
• At least 2 years of directly related experience is preferred.