What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at Special Services?
This position is for the 2026-2027 school year.
To enable students to derive the fullest possible educational experience from school by ensuring appropriate identification of students with disabilities referred to the district student assessment team, compliance with district, state, and federal requirements for the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and provides consultation and training on special education concerns.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Area I – Test Administration
Displays competent knowledge of individual assessment approaches, procedures and instruments, and statistics.
Develops rapport and relates appropriately and effectively with children under evaluation. Demonstrates adequate knowledge of child and adolescent development
Effectively selects and appropriately administered in a timely manner, varied individual tests to students referred for evaluation and reevaluation.
Effectively interprets special education disability criteria, individual psychological and educational test data, and diagnostic reports to principals, teachers, parents, support staff, and agency personnel, as appropriate.
Is sensitive to and knowledgeable of the challenges of assessment considering the individual diversity of the child, including cultural/ethnic factors.