SUMMARY: A school psychologist evaluates pupils referred as potential candidates for Special Education programs and services. They serve as a member of the Individual Educational Plan team. The school psychologist is responsible for the educational evaluation and diagnosis of students thought to be exceptional. Evaluation may include: intelligence, achievement, curriculum based assessment, personality, adaptive functioning and neurological screening. Consults with the child’s caregivers, school personnel and outside agencies when appropriate. The psychologist also recommends appropriate educational interventions and aides in the implementation of those programs. They shall present a comprehensive evaluation report to the local education authority on pupils he/she has evaluated. Additionally the school psychologist will conduct mandated reevaluations, classroom observations, participate in team meetings and make referrals to outside agencies, when appropriate.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (others may be assigned):
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well being of the students with which they work.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in school psychology or related field.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Pennsylvania Department of Education certification as a School Psychologist.
Job Type: Full-time
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Work Location: In person
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