SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Grand Forks Public School District is seeking a qualified and dedicated School Psychologist to join our team. The School Psychologist will play a crucial role in supporting the academic and social-emotional development of our students. The ideal candidate will have strong assessment and intervention skills, a deep understanding of psychological principles, and a passion for contributing to the overall well-being of students.

Responsibilities:

Assessment and Evaluation:

Conduct psychological assessments to identify and address academic, social, emotional, and behavioral concerns.

Interpret assessment results to stakeholders, including educators, parents, and administrators.

Counseling and Intervention:

Provide individual and group counseling to students to address emotional and behavioral issues.

Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop and implement intervention strategies.

Consultation:

Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Provide consultation on academic and behavioral interventions.

Crisis Intervention:

Respond to and participate in crisis intervention as needed, providing support to students and staff.

Professional Development:

Stay current on research and best practices in school psychology.

Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology.

Completed no less than a 500 clock hour supervised internship with school age persons. Licensed as a school psychologist in the state of North Dakota. Nationally Certified School Psychologist through the National Association of School Psychologists. Valid teaching certificate with one or more special education endorsements.