What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at Rebecca Turner Academy?
This employee is responsible for the delivery of comprehensive psychological services.
Duties of this position include but are not limited to:
CORE COMPATENCIES
- Planning and Development
- Participation in the development of the comprehensive plan at the school and district level.
- Participation in the development of short- and long-term goals for the school psychological services program.
- Chairing Sub-Committee CSE Meetings
- Chairing Instructional Support Team Meetings
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree or above
- State Certification is School Psychology
GENERAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations that include but ae not limited to the assessment of intellectual, developmental, academic, social/emotional and behavioral status.
- Assessment and data collection by use of formal, informal or non-standardized evaluation techniques including functional behavioral assessments and behavior interventions plans.
- Interpreting and utilizing assessment data for the purpose of writing psychological reports and developing written intervention plans.
- Counseling students individually and in groups and providing crisis intervention.
- Utilizing the Instructional Support Team as a resource for students.
- Service to Parents:
- Providing training on a wide variety of topics including but not limited to child development and effective parenting.
- Assisting parents in locating available educational information and interventions.
- Service to Teachers:
- Consulting with teachers and administrators regarding specific students.
- Assisting in the development of teacher implemented interventions.
- Assisting with school wide programs.
- Providing in-service training.
- Service to Community:
- Participating in the development of educational and community partnerships.
- Working with communities to improve the lives of students.
- Professional Development:
- Attending in-service meetings and conferences to develop professional attitudes and skills.
- Maintaining professional skills through reading of current literature and professional memberships.
- Program Evaluation:
- Participating in program evaluation.
- Assisting in the design and implementation of program evaluation.
- Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervising school psychology interns and practicum students. Participation in research.
Reports to: Building Principal; Responsible to the Special Education Supervisor, and the Director of Special Education. (Updated 4/2023)