What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at Perry Township School District?
- Participate in data collection and interpretation, prevention, intervention, and progress monitoring activities as appropriate within schools.
- Serve as the leader of the multi-disciplinary evaluation team.
- Conduct comprehensive educational evaluations, write reports and participate in case conferences for public school students ages 3-22 as assigned according to federal/state laws and local procedures and deadlines.
- Remain knowledgeable about theory, best practices, procedures, and new developments as they relate to the practice of school psychology.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with school professionals, students and families.
- Knowledge of child psychology principles, assessments, methods, behavior modification, etc., and current developments in child psychology.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
- Valid Indiana License as a School Psychologist
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education and/or psychology.
- Educational Specialist/Post-Master's Degree or Ph.D. in School Psychology.
- Experience with selecting and administering a variety of cognitive, achievement, social/emotional, and adaptive assessment measures. Experience working with students with disabilities.
JobID: 5508
Position Type:
Teachers & Licensed Professionals/PSYCHOLOGIST
Teachers & Licensed Professionals/PSYCHOLOGIST
Date Posted:
12/18/2024
12/18/2024
Location:
Perry Township Education Center
Perry Township Education Center
School Psychologist
2025-2026 School Year
Position Purpose
Collaborate with school professionals and family members to promote a safe, supportive and effective learning environment for all students. Under the general supervision of the building administrator(s), School Psychologist Supervisor, Director of Special Education and Assistant Director of Special Education, the school psychologist will work to support the success of students academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. The specific school assignment/populations will be determined based on the selected candidate and other factors.
Essential Functions
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
FLSA Status: Exempt
2025-2026 School Year
Position Purpose
Collaborate with school professionals and family members to promote a safe, supportive and effective learning environment for all students. Under the general supervision of the building administrator(s), School Psychologist Supervisor, Director of Special Education and Assistant Director of Special Education, the school psychologist will work to support the success of students academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. The specific school assignment/populations will be determined based on the selected candidate and other factors.
Essential Functions
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Pay Rates
PEA certified position.
PEA certified position.
Work Schedule
Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teacher's Contract.
Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teacher's Contract.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Physical Requirement
Percentage of Time
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Very Frequent
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Seldom
Ability to carry 25 pounds.
Occasional
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter.
Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.
Very Frequent
Ability to operate job-related equipment.
Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions.
Very Frequent
License/ Registration/ Certification
FLSA Status: Exempt
