Job Summary:

The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings, designing systems, programs, and services that maximize students’ social, emotional, and educational success. The school psychologist promotes effective educational environments in collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities.  

 

Qualifications:

Professional Educator License (PEL) or eligible for an appropriate license

Master’s Degree and/or Specialist Degree in School Psychology

Bilingual preferred 

 

Evaluation:

The performance of this job will be evaluated following provisions of the Board’s policy on the Evaluation of Staff.

 

Reports to:

Building Principal and Director of Student Services  

 

Terms of Employment:

This position is based on a 190-day work schedule, with salary and benefits determined by the Board of Education. Employment terms are subject to the guidelines outlined in the Related Service Agreement.

 

Compensation and Benefits: 

The details of compensation and employee benefits are comprehensively outlined in the Related Service agreement; the document is accessible at the following link: https://www.cusd50.org/page/careers. This agreement is a valuable resource for individuals seeking comprehensive information regarding our organization's remuneration and benefits structure.

 

FLSA 

Exempt

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Collaborates with teachers, parents, and administrators to develop effective academic and behavioral interventions.
2. Participates in Team meetings to assist in the interpretation and analysis of student data. 
3. Conducts case study evaluations that may include intellectual, academic, and behavioral assessments. 
4. Conducts and assists in Functional Behavior Assessments. 
5. Assists and participates in the development of Behavior Intervention Plans.
6. Monitors completion of case study evaluations and participates in IEP conferences and problem-solving meetings.
7. Provides guidance and participates in student benchmarking and progress monitoring activities. 
8. Conducts classroom observations to identify and recommend intervention strategies. 
9. Provides direct social-emotional services such as counseling, social skills training, and crisis intervention. 
10. Participates in a professional learning community with various stakeholders, including but not limited to instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established objectives supporting the school improvement plan.
11. Participates in various meetings and professional development activities to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.
12. Assists with the transition from one grade level to the next. 
13. Coordinates and/or collaborates with various individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families.
14. Performs other duties and responsibilities as determined by the principal or designee or as needs arise.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Must have excellent planning and organization skills
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others 
• Must have strong verbal communication skills
• Must model a desire and willingness to learn continually,

Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this position include frequent sitting and standing for extended periods. Depending on class/student assignment, the employee may occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds. Repetitive bending at the waist, as well as kneeling, stooping, and crouching to assist students, is also required. Employees may reach overhead as well as above the shoulders and horizontally.

 

ADA:

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

 

This job description is intended to describe minimum qualifications, duties, and responsibilities performed by employees assigned to this position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  The District reserves the right to amend and change the position responsibilities to meet District needs as necessary.