What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at Spartanburg School District 2?
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students? Join our dedicated team in beautiful upstate South Carolina where your expertise will help shape brighter futures for children and young adults. We're looking for a compassionate, motivated, and collaborative School Psychologist who is ready to be a vital part of a supportive educational community. If you're ready to inspire, support, and make a lasting difference in the lives of students, we want to hear from you!
School Psychologist
Spartanburg County District 2 - Boiling Springs, SC
Full Time
Salary : 57,000 - 80,000 (200 days)
Application Deadline : N / A
QUALIFICATIONS : Master's Degree
Meets minimum standards for certification as set forth by the South Carolina State Board of Education for the certification of School Psychologist II, Masters 30
Ability to perform required evaluations
Ability to communicate effectively with students, school personnel and parents
REPORTS TO : Building Administrator and Director of Special Services
GENERAL SUMMARY :
Under general supervision promotes the conditions whereas students and staff acquire the knowledge, skills, and personal confidence needed for success and in particular to provide high-quality comprehensive school psychological services. Reports to the Director of Special Services.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :
Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations for all initial referrals and reevaluations in accordance with federal, state and district guidelines and timelines
Process and coordinate the placement of identified students with disabilities who move into Spartanburg School District 2 from other school districts, agencies, states and students who may require a change of special education services placement.
Provide consultation with administrators, regular class teachers, special education teachers, guidance counselors, curriculum coordinators, vocational rehabilitation counselors, etc. concerned about children exhibiting particular learning and / or behavior problems.
Participate in IEP meetings.
Assist in monitoring records to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
Conduct evaluations of students referred for disciplinary issues and hearings.
Act as liaison between schools and district office staff.
Coordinate with community agencies and private service providers.
Assist in planning and implementing in-service training for teachers as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
Provide consultation on functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans for students exhibiting behavior problems.
Conduct evaluations as directed for students suspected of having disabilities defined in Section 504 of the vocational Rehabilitation Act.
Effective time management skills
WORKING CONDITIONS :
School environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions. Physical demands are restricted to school activities requiring movement / lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasional local travel required
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