Position Type:
Student Support Services/Psychologist

Date Posted:
6/3/2022

Location:
Student Support Services

Closing Date:
12/13/2022

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE: School Psychologist
ASSIGNMENT: School Psychologist


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's degree from an accredited educational institution as determined by the Florida Department of Education
2. Certified as a School Psychologist and appropriate licensure by the State of Florida
3. Internship in a school setting preferred
4. Physical Requirements: Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

None exist at this time

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Participates in needs assessment activities, planning and development of intervention programs, and/or service to students
2. Participates in Child Study/Collaborative Problem Solving, eligibility, and IEP committees, as assigned, to help meet the needs of identified students
3. Establishes long and short range plans designed specifically to support the district exceptional student education plan
4. Selects, develops, or modifies psychological assessment materials which identify learning needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic background, learning styles, and special needs
5. Plans and prepares intervention strategies for parents and teachers that are effective and contributes to a climate where students become engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
6. Assists schools and the district in preparing for changing curriculum and service needs
7. Maintains and prepares periodic records as required
8. Implements and coordinates school-wide and district-wide psychological services and activities
9. Manages time efficiently
10. Manages materials and equipment effectively
11. Assists in early identification of students school-related problems
12. Conducts valid psychological and psycho-educational assessments according to professional standards and prepares reports of these services within time limits established by administrative rule or other controlling regulations
13. Analyzes and interprets information to make diagnoses and recommendations regarding needs for services
14. Evaluates school psychological services
15. Provides follow-up conferences with parents and teachers to interpret and develop alternative instructional strategies for students of special need
16. Seeks out new data sources which will provide evidence of student growth and/or the identification of developmental needs and share these findings with principals and other instructional leaders
17. Conducts a comprehensive follow-up with tested students to determine the effectiveness and implementation levels of recommendations
18. Suggests realistic and effective intervention strategies for teachers to use with students
19. Works effectively with students, parents, colleagues, community agencies, and staff
20. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of a broad curriculum base
21. Uses a variety of strategies to formulate recommendations appropriate for students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs
22. Specializes in recognizing overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions
23. Provides direct observation and/or crisis intervention services as necessary and/or requested
24. Consults with parents, other school staff, and teachers about ways to facilitate the learning and adjustment of students
25. Uses effective consultative behaviors
26. Interprets educational policies, programs, and procedures related to psychological services
27. Enlists the cooperation of parents in examining the family situation and together assess the strength and problem areas
28. Conducts in-service training for faculty and staff
29. Demonstrates professional growth and continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills
30. Assists others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of psychological services
31. Conducts a personal assessment periodically to determine professional growth needs either reference to the specific instructional assignment and district programs
32. Participates in district sponsored staff development programs
33. Acts in a professional and ethical manner and adheres at all times to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct
34. Performs and fulfills professional responsibilities
35. Supports district and local school improvement initiatives, services, and programs
36. Contributes to the overall district and school mission by supporting various school committees and services
37. Shares experience and new learning by mentoring colleagues
38. Conducts psychological services program in a manner which ensures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classification
39. Performs other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Other duties as assigned by supervising administrator

TERM:

Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process

APPRAISAL:

Performance will be appraised annually by school administration in accordance with School Board policies and procedures

PAY GRADE:

According to the School Board of Highlands County Instructional Salary Schedule

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.

Board approved October 1998

Modified 9/2005
APA Approved 7/28/2015
Modified 01/2013
Reformatted 10/2015
Modified 8/20/2021

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

1. Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job
2. Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public
3. Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment
4. Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings
5. Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing
6. Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
7. Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks
8. Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions
9. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity
10. Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.
To request accommodations, please contact:
Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources
426 School Street
Sebring, FL 33870
863-471-5555
ballc@highlands.k12.fl.us