Certification Requirements : NC requires a 66 hour program for School Psychologist licensure. Completion of all program requirements at the advanced (6th year level), except for the thesis or internship.
Reports To : Superintendent; Level II or Level III School Psychologists; Director; or Associate or Assistant Superintendent
Purpose : To facilitate learning and to promote the cognitive, social and personal development of all students.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
1) Assessment and Interpretation
- 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.
- Assess, complete reports, and submit evaluation reports in a timely manner
2) Direct Interventions for Students
Provides interventions to students to support the teaching process and to maximize learning and adjustment.3) Consultations and Training
Provides consultation to parents, teachers, and other school personnel, and community agencies to enhance the learning and adjustment of students.4) Program Development
Assists in the planning, development, and evaluation of programs to meet identifies learning and adjustment needs.5) School Psychology Program Implementation
Delivers a planned and coordinated program of psychological services6) Professional Practice and Development
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 skills.7) Communication and Relationship Skills
Communicates effectively with students, parents, and school staff.Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTSMust be able to :
Prepare, read and comprehend a variety of job related forms, reports, spreadsheets, maps, plans, records, documentation and correspondence in all languages required by the jobUnderstand and conform to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and styleSpeak to individuals or groups of people with poise, voice control and confidenceRespond adequately to inquiries or complaintsWrite using standard convention in all languages required by the jobApply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusionsApply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic formCommunicate effectively and efficiently in all languages required by the job using whatever communication device or system is required (telephone, Braille)Use / interpret job related terminology, mathematical formulas and functions effectively and efficientlyDeal with people beyond giving and receiving instructionsPerform under stress, deal with persons acting under stress and adapt when confronted with emergency situationsBe sensitive to cultural differences among individuals and groups of personsOperate a motor vehicleOperate / use a variety of automated office machines and other job specific office equipment
