What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist Intern position at Crystal Lake Elementary District #47?
Crystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a School Psychologist Internship for the 25 / 26 school year. The goal of this position is to provide services within the schools that facilitate the growth and development of all students. Responsibilities include providing services to those students whose educational, social, emotional, and / or psychological development is at-risk or restricted due to ability, academic, behavior, social and / or emotional difficulties. Under the guidelines and requirements of the sponsoring university / supervisor and in collaboration with the school district / site supervisor. Under the guidelines and requirements of the sponsoring university / supervisor and in collaboration with the school district / site supervisor :
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Consult and collaborate with staff and parents about program development, prevention measures, early interventions, and assessment of students’ difficulties
- Serve as a contributing member on building and district level teams (i.e. crisis team, problem-solving / RtI teams, student services building teams, etc.)
- Conduct valid educational assessments (both formal and informal), interpret student information for a variety of learning concerns, and communicate in written and verbal formats student needs in understandable terms for staff and parents
- Provide individual counseling and / or group experiences with students to help solve problems or develop skills related to learning, development, and adjustment
- Maintain current with research findings and practices relevant to the area of psychology and education
- In cooperation with other building staff, planning and conducting in-service presentations or newsletters for teachers, parents, administrators, or community groups to enhance understanding of and services for the educational and psychological development of children
- Serve as a liaison between the community and school
- Maintain familiarity with legal mandates / laws and ethical standards that influence professional responsibilities
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS :
Please Include : 3 Letters of Reference and / or Credential Packet
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