What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist - Various Site - 25-26 School Year position at Mesa Public Schools?
JOB TITLE : School Psychologist
REPORTS TO : Coordinator of School Psychological Services
Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona. Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona.
Base Salary : 78,652.00
Performance Pay : Available annually
New hire experience :
500 for each full-time year of certified psychologist experience
New hire education :
65 / hour of graduate level credits : MA 60 hours max
1000 for advanced degrees (PhD. or Ed.D.)
Class / Calendar :
Certified Exempt, 193 workdays
Benefits :
Vacation, sick leave, holidays, matched retirement, health,
and life insurance
Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.
OVERVIEW :
The School Psychologist provides comprehensive school psychological services to students in elementary, junior high and high schools. This position is under the direction of the Coordinator of School Psychological Services.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- School Psychologist Certification by Arizona Department of Education or Psychologist License by Arizona State Board of Psychologist Examiners
- Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
- Demonstrate knowledge of federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and laws
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
Evaluator of Individual Students
Consultant Regarding Educational and Mental Health Needs of Students
Member of School / District Staff
Counselor
Liaison between the School and Community
Member of the Profession
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION : The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status.
Salary : $65
