School Psychologist**$7000 Annual Supplement**
- Employer
- Clarke County School District
- Location
- Athens, GA, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Support Staff, School Psychologist
- Grade Level
- Early Childhood
Job Details
Overall Purpose
The job of the Preschool Special Education School Psychologist is done for the purpose/s of measuring and interpreting the intellectual, motor/physical, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development of preschool-age children and children in CCSD pre-kindergarten classes; interpreting results of psychological assessments; interpreting and applying state and federal codes; and developing strategies and interventions to address the needs of students.
Direct Supervisor
Director of School Psychology
Essential Functions
- Administers standardized and/or supplemental assessments (classroom observation, testing, diagnostic practice, etc.) for the purpose of measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development of children and/or determining eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assesses students' functional capabilities (referrals from Babies Can't Wait; referrals from ChildFind Screenings; transfers from home schooling, referrals from private practice, students in Pre-Kindergarten classroom environment, etc.) for the purpose of determining student's functional level and developing recommendations and/or placement.
- Communicates with a variety of individuals and groups (students, parents or guardians, teachers, administrators, community health organizations, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate information to students, parents or guardians, community health professionals, and district personnel.
- Compiles information from a variety of sources (parents, teachers, nurses, physicians, hospitals, mental health agencies, out-of-district transfer students, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of producing a comprehensive evaluation report in compliance with established guidelines.
- Consults with a variety of individuals (teachers, parents or guardians, outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, providing feedback, and making recommendations to appropriate personnel.
- Coordinates with community agencies (medical, social service, mental health services, etc.) for the purpose of determining appropriate treatments, strategies, and activities to meet the needs of specific students.
- Counsels parents, guardians, and teachers for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
- Develops psychology reports, eligibility reports, and behavior plans for the purpose of implementing treatment programs and maintaining case records.
- Facilitates a variety of meetings (case conferences on placement of individual students in terms of staffing, evaluation meetings, eligibility requirements, etc.) for the purpose of meeting curriculum guidelines and ensuring that state mandates are achieved.
- Participates in school wide program development and program evaluation (crisis intervention services, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring effective programs to assist children who experience physical, mental, social, or emotional difficulties.
- Intervenes in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students (crisis situations; mental health support to students and staff, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
- Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (staff, professional, interagency meetings, in-service training of school personnel, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
- Prepares a wide variety of written materials (psychological reports, eligibility reports, required documentation, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, conveying information, and meeting Georgia DOE and Federal Standards.
- Researches resources and methods (intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, new developments, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
- Skills-based Competencies
- Knowledge-based Competencies
- Ability-based Competencies
Requirements
Specialist Degree
Valid Georgia professional service certificate in school psychology at the S-6 level (or is eligible for)
Physical Requirements
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.
Generally the job requires 35% sitting, 35% walking, and 30% standing.
Continuing Education/Training
Valid Georgia professional service certificate in school psychology at the S-6 level
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint
Background Clearance
Fair Labor Standards Act
Exempt
Company
Our Vision: Building a culture of high expectations and equity in which all students grow
academically and socially to improve our community and our world.
Our Mission: The Clarke County School District is an ambitious community of learners in a diverse and culturally rich county. We are committed to equity and excellence through the implementation of rigorous standards in a safe and supportive environment — on every campus, in every classroom and for every child.
Our Core Beliefs: Public education is central to our democracy. To fulfill the promise of public education, the Clarke County School District has a fundamental set of beliefs that serves as a lens through which every decision is made and every action is taken.These beliefs are the backbone of our organization. CCSD believes that:
Equity, access and progress towards excellence are basic rights that must be afforded to every individual in our system.
Mission-driven, diverse and creative staff make the critical difference in student achievement, and they must be successfully recruited and retained.
Students, families, staff and the broader community benefit mutually from active engagement with one another.
Safe, nurturing and well-maintained schools/campuses are required for optimal learning.
- Website
- https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/
- Telephone
- 706-546-7721
- Location
-
595 Prince Avenue
Athens
GA
30601
US
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