School Psychologist Hybrid

Primary Purpose

The School Psychologist provides an array of psychological services for students to provide parents, teachers, administrators and other school personnel regarding a students’ strengths and needs in the general and special education settings. The School Psychologist may also provide internship training and staff development as requested.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform all initial and three-year psychological and/or autism evaluations for students on assigned campuses which include selecting and administering formal/informal evaluations to determine student eligibility for Special Education services according to federal and state regulations within timelines
• Write Full and Individual Evaluation, Functional Behavioral Assessment, and Behavior Intervention Plan reports in accordance with state regulations and professional standards
• Collect and organize relevant evaluation data from student’s cumulative folder, classroom teachers, administrators, support-staff, parents and outside resources
• Attend ARD Committee meetings to interpret test results and develop appropriate instructional strategies to meet students’ educational needs
• Work collaboratively with ARD Committee to exert professional expertise when participating in Manifestation Determination Review meetings
• Compile, maintain and file all reports, ARD Committee meeting records and other documents required for compliance with state and federal statute
• Assist classroom teachers and administrators with implementation of IEP and BIP
• Review/accept evaluation reports for transfer students within the 30-day timeline
• Prioritize tasks and projects in an expedient manner
• Demonstrate organizational skills
• Stay current in Special Education law and best practices
• Accept and offer team directions
• Exhibit professional demeanor and resourcefulness
• Communicate effectively with diverse groups
• Perform other duties as assigned