Position Title

School Psychologist - Full-Time

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

STA Collective Bargaining Agreement

Job Description

School Psychologist
District-Wide

Full-Time Probationary Position

Compensation & Benefits

STA Collective Bargaining Agreement

Certifications/Qualifications

• Valid New York State (NYS) certification as a School Psychologist
• This position requires a high degree of cultural responsiveness, knowledge on the educational impacts of trauma and creativity when it comes to addressing the needs of students
• Ability to be empathetic by caring, understanding, and cultivating an empowering environment for all students
• Ability to develop trust with students
• Ability to implement an organizational system to support both case management and student needs simultaneously
• Ability to observe with skill and listen closely
• Ability to make impartial informed decisions on behalf of students and families
• Ability to be persistent and resilient when dealing with setbacks
• Flexibility and willingness to multitask as needed on demand
• Ability to use culturally responsive approaches to develop relationships and execute interventions with fidelity
• Willingness to learn, in order to be relatable, flexible, personable and adaptable
• Engage in continuous self-care

Responsibilities:

• This position reports to the Pupil Services Division and school principal in a small rural school district located west of the Capital region of Upstate New York
• School Psychologist will work with teachers, parents, and school leaders to develop plans and strategies to improve students’ academic performance and social emotional development
• School Psychologist will possess the competencies necessary for serving the psychological and educational needs of children, adolescents and families
• School Psychologist will be a change agent for the district and assigned school
• Assessment: Administer psychological and educational assessments
• Consultative Skills: Work with teachers, staff, and students to develop behavior plans
• Intervention design and evaluation of programs to intervene both directly and indirectly with children’s academic, behavioral, and emotional problems
• Understanding of culturally diverse children, parents, teachers, and school personnel
• Provide assessment and intervention solutions as part of their role as facilitator of the school-based support team
• Demonstrate knowledge of special education regulations, processes, and procedures
• Demonstrates patience with serious issues, students and families.

 

Job Category

Other

Job Location

District Wide

Additional Information