What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist 2026-2027 School Year position at Vista Charter Public Schools - Orange County Region?
School Psychologist 2026-2027 School Year at Vista Charter Public Schools - Orange County Region
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
Contact
213-201-4000
Number of Openings
Salary
$86,538 - $129,808 Annually
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Length of Work Year
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Job Summary
Job Summary
The School Psychologist provides services to general education students and students with disabilities; develops individual case studies of students to determine eligibility for programs; assists in the development of behavior support plans and functional behavior assessments; consults with school personnel, parents, and others concerned with the progress of students; supports with implementation of signature practices and key features of the charter; and provides both individual and group counseling for general education students and students with disabilities. Integrates program to fit a fully inclusive special education program.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS : -An earned Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, AND o An earned Master’s degree in School Psychology from a regionally accredited university, OR o Current enrollment in a School Psychology Master’s degree program in a regionally accredited university with Internship eligibility.
-Certifications One of the following California credentials or combination of credentials authorizing K-12 service must be in force and on file. o General Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service as a school psychologist; o Service Credential with a specialization in pupil personnel services designating service as a school psychologist; o School Psychologist Credential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics Knowledge of the growth and development of children and adolescents, learning theory, and mental health concepts. -Sensitivity to, and understanding of, the unique differences and needs of students with disabilities and their parents. -Knowledge of uses and limitations of standardized individual and group tests, and semi-projective devices. -Ability to assume leadership in teacher/staff development activities. -Understanding of the relationship between the general education program as well as counseling and psychological services. -Be prepared to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the school, surrounding community and target client populations -Strong written and oral communication skills -Interpersonal and human relation skills and the ability to develop positive working relationships with colleagues and students -Ability to work effectively with District personnel, authorizers and SELPA representatives, and community representatives.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS : -An earned Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, AND o An earned Master’s degree in School Psychology from a regionally accredited university, OR o Current enrollment in a School Psychology Master’s degree program in a regionally accredited university with Internship eligibility.
-Certifications One of the following California credentials or combination of credentials authorizing K-12 service must be in force and on file. o General Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service as a school psychologist; o Service Credential with a specialization in pupil personnel services designating service as a school psychologist; o School Psychologist Credential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics Knowledge of the growth and development of children and adolescents, learning theory, and mental health concepts. -Sensitivity to, and understanding of, the unique differences and needs of students with disabilities and their parents. -Knowledge of uses and limitations of standardized individual and group tests, and semi-projective devices. -Ability to assume leadership in teacher/staff development activities. -Understanding of the relationship between the general education program as well as counseling and psychological services. -Be prepared to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the school, surrounding community and target client populations -Strong written and oral communication skills -Interpersonal and human relation skills and the ability to develop positive working relationships with colleagues and students -Ability to work effectively with District personnel, authorizers and SELPA representatives, and community representatives.
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Salary : $86,538 - $129,808