School Psychologist - American Sign Language

San Diego Unified School District • San Diego, CA

15d

About The Position

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for educators who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve. Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact. The San Diego Unified School District is seeking a highly skilled School Psychologist who is fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) to join our team. As a School Psychologist, you will play a vital role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of students from diverse backgrounds, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing. You will work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other professionals to identify and address the unique needs of our students and develop and implement evidence-based interventions to promote student success. This application requires you to respond to position-specific questions in your submitted online application. These questions are identified below in the Application Process - Letter of Introduction section.

Requirements

• Applicants must be fluent in American Sign Language
• Valid School Psychologist Credential by the closing date of the application deadline.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify students' strengths and challenges, including cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized interventions and strategies to support students' academic and social-emotional growth.
• Collaborate with teachers and other professionals to design and implement evidence-based instructional programs and accommodations.
• Provide psychological services to students, including individual and group sessions
• Consult with parents and guardians to support student success and provide resources and referrals as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement student support plans
• Stay current with best practices in school psychology, including research-based interventions and technologies.
• Travel to various sites, professional development sessions, workshops, and meetings as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed