What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pool: School Psychologist (Part-Time) position at Anderson County School District 5?
TITLE: School Psychologist
QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s and/or Educational Specialist’s degree in school psychology
Valid S. C. certification as a School Psychologist II or III
Experience as a School Psychologist in a public school setting preferred
Previous teaching experience preferred
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education and Principal
JOB GOAL: The school psychologist will handle all new referrals and reevaluation reviews, will be the chair
of the intervention team, and will participate in the development and implementations of
behavioral intervention plans at assigned schools
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as liaison between school personnel and special education regarding assessment and shared professional responsibilities.
- Maintain knowledge of all regulations (local, state, and federal) regarding psychological services.
- Monitor the referral, evaluation and placement process to ensure that all requirements of due process are met.
- Serve as coordinator of intervention teams in assigned schools.
- Assist in the development of preventive measures for students with potential problems.
- Assists in professional development and provide relevant training in the area of psychological services.
- Prepare periodic reports as required.
- Conducts appropriate reports as required.
- Maintains confidentiality concerning student records and data.
- Participate in staff development programs.
- Stay informed of current developments in the field of school psychology (consultation, research, and assessment).
- Perform other duties as directed.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 days (Part-Time). Teacher salary schedule.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy.