APPLY HERE:Https://www.Paycomonline.Net/v4/ats/web.Php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=20308& Clientkey=6590072EECB9C1C1188C78239FC49A17Job PurposeThe School Psychologist provides psychological services to general education students and students with disabilities; develops individual case studies of students to determine eligibility for special programs; assists in the development of behavior support plans and functional behavior assessments; consults with school personnel, parents, and others concerned with the progress of students; and provides both individual and group counseling.Reports to:* School Principal* Director of Special Education* CAO* CEOEssential Job Functions* Conducts psychological assessments and develops case studies of individual students to determine educational needs, learning characteristics, and social behavior relevant to educational placement and instructional planning.* Interprets the findings of individual case studies to the IEP team.* Participates in the process required by federal, state, and local regulations for the identification, placement, and review/re-evaluation of students with special needs.* Assists in developing a written individual educational plan for students who are determined eligible for special education placement and/or service; assists in developing recommendations regarding eligibility, and program placement.* Assists in developing behavioral objectives for individual students and special class groups; suggests implementationstrategies as appropriate; and confers with teachers and parents regarding strategies for the solution or amelioration of individual learning or adjustment problems of students.* Counsels students individually and in groups to assist them in educational achievement and personal or social adjustment.* Assists with the organization of, and serves as a leader in, staff development activities in the field of psychological services.* Provides support and oversee Special Education Paraprofessionals working in the role of Behavior Interventionist.* Participates in Student Study Team meetings and the RTI process as needed.* Performs with frequent interruptions and/or distractions and adapt to frequent changes in workload.* Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with coworkers, students, and parents.Qualifications:_Education_
· An earned Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, and
· An earned Master’s degree in School Psychology from a regionally accredited university, OR
· Current enrollment in a School Psychology Master’s degree program in a regionally accredited university with Internship eligibility._Certifications: _One of the following California credentials or combination of credentials authorizing K-12 service must bein force and on file.
· General Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service as a school psychologist;
· Service Credential with a specialization in pupil personnel services designating service as a school psychologist;
· School Psychologist CredentialKnowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics:
· Knowledge of the growth and development of children and adolescents, learning theory, and mental health concepts.
· Sensitivity to, and understanding of, the unique differences and needs of disabled students and their parents.
· Knowledge of uses and limitations of standardized individual and group tests, and semi-projective devices.
· Ability to assume leadership in teacher/staff development activities.
· Understanding of the relationship between the total education program as well as counseling and psychological services.
· Facility in oral and written communication.
· Appropriate appearance and cleanliness.
· Appropriate manner including poise, tact, good judgment, and ability to work effectively with District personnel, community representatives, and students.*Physical and Environmental Elements: ** This position may include long periods of sitting or standing in an environment with moderate noise levels, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
This position is frequently required to stand, sit or walk, use hands and fingers and reach with arms.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to read printed materials and a computer screen with ability to adjust focus.* Communication skills required by this job include the ability to hear and speak.* Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.* The position occasionally bends, stoops, reaches, pushes, and pulls drawers to retrieve and file information and lifts and carries items that typically weigh less than 20 pounds.* The position requires the ability to occasionally travel by train, plane, or other means inside and outside of the Los Angeles area.* May have occasional exposure to irate parents, staff, and public and private representatives.Job Type: Full-timePay: $74,682.13 $114,849.25 per yearBenefits:* Dental insurance* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Monday to FridayLicense/Certification:* Certified School Psychologist (Preferred)Work Location: One location