School Psychologist

Job Description
The School Psychologist will work consistently and creatively to meet the needs of all students, be responsible for academic advising and student socialization, collaborate on the Child Study Team, and partner with School Leaders and campus-based Special Education teams to provide related professional development to teachers and staff.
The school psychologist has expertise in determining a child’s level of cognitive and conceptual development by administering standard psychological evaluations for the purpose of assessing the intellectual, educational, emotional, social, and behavioral characteristics of those students referred. They will collaborate with educators, parents, and other professionals, to create safe and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections for all students. The school psychologist will provide counseling, crisis intervention, planning and developing school-based interventions with educators, and assessing the need for special services.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer psychological tests (particularly individual psychological tests of psychological functioning, cognitive development, affective behavior and neuropsychological status)
Interview students, parents, teachers and/or appropriate staff members
Conduct observations of students
Fulfill the required duties of a school psychologist as a basic member of the Child Study Team including case management
Assist the Child Study Team in diagnosing student psychological status.
Assist the Child Study Team in determining special education eligibility
Make recommendations based on findings
Assist in determining appropriate educational goals - long and short term
Confer with the appropriate teacher(s) to jointly write an I.E.P. appropriate to the student's needs
Meet with student's parent(s) to discuss and familiarize them with the Child Study Team findings
Explain placement procedures and rationale behind I.E.P. to parent/ s) or parental designate obtaining their written consent
Review and implement procedures for referral of students with perceived special educational needs
Intervene, when necessary, to facilitate functioning of individuals or groups using prescribed educational counseling techniques
Serve as a referral consultant for discipline cases when requested by building principal
Plan and develop school-based interventions with educators
Implement and enhance the school’s systems and culture
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
Commit to professional growth
Adhere to the policies, standards, and school-wide responsibilities described in the Staff Handbook
Consistently demonstrate belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core values and educational philosophy
Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of their students in and out of school