What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at Rockingham County Schools?
School Psychologist
POSITION PURPOSE:
Collaborates, problem solves, intervenes, and evaluates to support the whole child within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Uses evidence and/or research-based interventions to overcome barriers to student success. Evaluates and analyzes data to support student growth across the tiers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Considerable knowledge of the National Association of School Psychologists' Model for Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychological Services and the NC Professional School Psychology Standards;
- Considerable knowledge of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework for service delivery including universal screening, progress monitoring, problem solving process, and Implementation Science;
- Considerable knowledge of school environments, child development, and curriculum and instruction;
- Considerable knowledge of state and federal policies and regulations related to special education;
- Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and Google Apps;
- Effective consultation skills;
- Experience with a variety of formal and informal student assessment measures when considering all areas of suspected disabilities;
- Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to reflect on practice and engage in continuous improvement;
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, mental health professionals, external agencies.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
- Advanced sixth-year level degree in School Psychology.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
- Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina professional educator's license in school psychology;
- Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of North Carolina requirements.
