School Psychologist

The School Psychologist is an integral part of the IEP team who is responsible for assessment, detailed report-writing, collaboration with team members, and making recommendations for intervention and student support. This position will apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. The School Psychologist will partner with families, teachers, and school administrators to create a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment.

School Psychologists will:

Assess students for school-related psychological issues using standardized tests
Write detailed reports, illustrating the results of testing clearly
Make recommendations for treatment plans and services based on assessment results
Collaborate with the special education team to design and implement intervention strategies and programs
Counsel students and parents, if applicable, and refer them to further resources when needed
Provide mental health services to students as needed
Present test results from assessments to the IEP Team and families in IEP meetings
Demonstrate the skills necessary to case manage and write IEP's
Collaborate with teachers and families to create 504 plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that help ensure success for kids with developmental, learning, or behavioral delays
Follow up with teachers and students on the progress of their educational plans
Report any signs of child abuse or neglect