SBMH SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Montgomery Public Schools - 3.5 Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time $70,438 - $95,166 a year 5 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description

JOB TITLE SBMH

School Psychologist

REPORTS TO

Director of Social Emotional Learning

WORKDAYS

10 months (204 days)

SALARY:

Certified Salary Schedule PY ($70,438 - $95,166)

LOCATION

TBA FLSA Status:

EXEMPT X NON-EXEMPT JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is a temporary appointment/assignment which will end June 30, 2029. This position is not permanent. Applicants selected for this position will not gain tenure in Birmingham City Schools. Current employees selected for this position agree to waive all due process rights. The school psychologist will be an advocate for students overall social and emotional well-being and offer support services to students through the multi-tiered systems of support framework. She/he will also be responsible for the delivery of comprehensive psychological services included but not limited to assisting them with overcoming problems, identifying potential academic or behavioral deficits, and providing direct and indirect services. School psychologist will provide direct services to student's year round, consultation and trainings to school administrators.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer tests for initial referrals and reevaluations in accordance with applicable law
• Interpret testing data and prepare a comprehensive report of evaluation results.
• Maintain and submit weekly log of student referrals
• Selects appropriate tests for student assessment in accordance with applicable law
• Attends 504/IEP/PST meetings on identified students
• Counsels student individually and/or in groups
• Confers with resource consultants, supervisors, coordinators, teachers, and parents/guardians
• Attends staff meetings, workshops, and professional organization meetings for staff development
• Stays informed regarding research in psychological practices including testing results interpretation
• Works with outside agencies to assist in providing appropriate assessments, placements, and transition services.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
• Engages in professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and effective leadership.
• Develops and conducts training programs on new or updated topics related to student support
• Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
• Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Uses effective collaboration skills to work as an effective team member.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree or higher in psychology or related field from an accredited college or university Three (3) years of psychology experience or related field A valid driver's license

SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Completed Application (HireTrue) Resume (uploaded to application) Three (3) returned references (HireTrue)

• PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

REVISED:

May 2025

Please Note:

All candidates must submit to a background check (https://alabama.fieldprint.com). Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate based on age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.