Job Purpose

The School Psychologist provides psychological services to general education students and students with disabilities; develops individual case studies of students to determine eligibility for special 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; and provides both individual and group counseling as well as case management for counseling services. Integrates program to fit a fully inclusive special education program.Responsible to School Principal.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts psychological assessments and develops case studies of individual students to determine educational needs, learning characteristics, and social behavior relevant to educational placement and instructional planning.
• Interprets the findings of individual case studies to the IEP team.
• Participates in the process required by federal, state, and local regulations for the identification, placement, and review/re-evaluation of students with special needs.
• Assists in developing a written individual educational plan for students who are determined eligible for special education placement and/or service; assists in developing recommendations regarding eligibility, and program placement.
• Assists in developing behavioral objectives for individual students and special class groups; suggests implementation strategies as appropriate; and confers with teachers and parents regarding strategies for the solution or amelioration of individual learning or adjustment problems of students.
• Counsels students individually and in groups to assist them in educational achievement and personal or social adjustment. Assist with implementing school-wide soclial emotional programs (Way of Council).  
• Assists with the organization of, and serves as a leader in, staff development activities in the field of psychological services.
• Participates in Student Study Team meetings and the RtI process as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Education

• An earned Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, and
• An earned Master’s degree in School Psychology from a regionally accredited university, OR
• 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.
• General Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service as a school psychologist;
• Service Credential with a specialization in pupil personnel services designating service as a school psychologist;
• 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 disabled students 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 total education program as well as counseling and psychological services.
• Facility in oral and written communication.
• Appropriate appearance and cleanliness.
• Appropriate manner including poise, tact, good judgment, and ability to work effectively with District personnel, community representatives, and students.