Regional School Psychologist

National Heritage Academies•Mount Clemens, MI

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About The Position

National Heritage Academies is seeking a dedicated School Psychologist for a local traveling role serving Prevail Academy (12 hours per week), Walton Charter Academy (12 hours per week), and Reach Academy (8 hours per week), for a total of 32 hours per week. The position offers a flexible regional assignment, with scheduling and school placement preferences considered alongside school needs. The role involves evaluating students’ cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral functioning; supporting interventions and educational planning; and collaborating with students, families, and school staff. Candidates must hold valid licensure for the state in which they work and a Michigan School Psychologist certificate or Preliminary School Psychologist certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education.

Requirements

Hold valid licensure for the state in which the candidate will work.
Hold a Michigan School Psychologist certificate or Preliminary School Psychologist certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Administer and interpret standardized assessment instruments to evaluate cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral functioning, and guide staff in administering achievement tests as needed.
Conduct comprehensive psychological and psycho-educational evaluations to inform eligibility determinations and intervention planning.
Develop and implement evidence-based interventions and instructional supports for students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills.
Assist with developing, writing, and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with staff to establish meaningful and achievable goals.
Provide direct counseling to students and consult with families, offering guidance and connecting them with additional resources when necessary.
Participate in IEP and Section 504 processes, contributing assessment results, intervention strategies, and information on student progress.
Support systematic interventions through data collection, progress monitoring, and intervention planning.
Conduct risk assessments for students experiencing emotional or behavioral crises and collaborate with school teams on appropriate interventions and supports.
Provide staff training and professional development on topics such as behavior management, trauma-informed practices, and mental health awareness.
Support school-wide initiatives that promote a positive school climate.
Maintain accurate records of student caseload requirements and inform the Administrator over Special Education of changes.
Maintain a detailed schedule and service logs, and track student progress toward intervention goals.
Handle confidential matters and materials professionally.
Pursue ongoing professional development to stay informed about current school psychology practices and research.
Participate in initiatives such as crisis response planning and student wellness programs.
Attend parent-teacher and IAT meetings as needed to discuss student progress and support plans.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the building principal.