TITLE:

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST K - 12 REPORTS TO

: Director of Student Services and Supervisor of Special Education

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10-month, full-time, salary in accordance with the PEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

AVAILABLE

ASAP

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION

: Identifies and assesses the learning, development, and adjustment characteristics and needs of individuals and groups, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning and adjustment. Uses assessment data about the student and his/her environment(s) in developing appropriate interventions and programs. Provides consultation to parents, teachers, other school personnel, and community agencies to enhance the learning and adjustment of students. Assists in the planning, development, and evaluation of programs to meet identified learning and adjustment needs. Delivers a planned and coordinated program of psychological services. Applies ethics and standards of professional practice in the delivery of school psychological services and observes relevant laws and policies that govern practice. Participates in professional organizations and continually seeks to improve professional knowledge and skill. Communicate effectively with students, parents and school staff

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates knowledge of general assessment procedures, standardization principles and specific concepts as they apply to the practice of educational assessment. Administers scores and interprets evaluation instruments with accuracy. Interprets evaluation results and makes recommendations in light of school curriculum/milieu. Makes appropriate recommendations that follow data and diagnosis. Presents information and interpretations in a clear and understandable fashion. Shares information in a meaningful manner, adjusting language to the level of understanding of the audience. Presents recommended interventions/strategies in sufficient detail to facilitate proper implementation. Performs follow-up activities with school personnel in order to monitor/refine/revise recommended interventions. Demonstrates knowledge of special education standards and regulations; particularly those standards and regulations dealing with the definitions of various exceptionalities, the Multidisciplinary Evaluation process and timelines. Promotes collaborative rather than expert model. Upholds moral and ethical standards for psychological practice that are consistent with American Psychological Association (Division 16) and National Association of School Psychologist guidelines. Exhibits sensitivity, respect, empathy and acceptance necessary for establishing rapport with students and parents. Promotes collaborative model, which involves appropriate support personnel in problem resolution. Contributes meaningfully at team meetings. Interprets programs to parents and to assist with parent needs. Involves relevant personnel in case follow-up Communicates necessary information to supervisor. Exhibits knowledge of current developments in profession. Maintains client confidentiality. Utilizes outside resources (agency services, community services, medical personnel, etc.) effectively.

Procedure:

Interested candidates must complete an online application https://pennridge.schoolspring.com/

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree and Specialist level graduate degree, or Doctorate in School Psychology from an approved program. 2. A valid certificate to practice as a school psychologist.

Pay:

$55,750.00 - $114,603.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person