School Psychologist

Creative Montessori Academy•Southgate, MI

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About The Position

To provide specialized psychological therapy services to eligible school students of the Academy, evaluating students with learning, emotional, or behavioral issues, in addition to offering counseling and helping teachers and families create independent education plans.

Requirements

Master’s Degree.
Valid Michigan school psychologist certificate.
Demonstrated competence in all areas of focus, including child and school psychology.
Case reporting and writing skills experience and skill.
Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
Ability to read a variety of correspondences, medical records, educational records, test results, directives, requests, etc.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to use the special education system to write IEPs and document in the system.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and ability to follow and implement the IEP process.
Ability to coordinate with students, parents, and staff, individually and in groups.
Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of and skills working with students from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Assesses students for potential psychological concerns and makes eligibility recommendations following the MARSE Rules and ISD/RESA guidelines, if applicable.
Develops special education plans based on data.
Networks with teachers and families to create Section 504 plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that help ensure success for students who have disabilities.
Counsels students and parents while pointing them toward further resources when needed.
Collaborates with the special education team to design and implement intervention strategies and programs.
Administers therapy to children with developmental, learning, or behavioral delays.
Analyzes and treats school children using psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques.
Maintains strict confidentiality regarding student health and academic records.
Lead eligibility meetings.
Bill Medicaid and complete Random Moments in Time