School Psychologist - Canton, GA
About The Position
School Psychologist - Contract Location: Canton, GA Required Qualifications: Valid Georgia PSC Certificate; Service Certification (S) in School Psychology (P-12). Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position Job Description Respond appropriately and within federal and state guidelines to referrals for initial psychological assessment and reevaluation of children in special education programs. Demonstrate a competent understanding of the psychometric characteristics of a variety of assessment instruments. Demonstrate appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher, and student conferences. Communicate psychological assessment results and recommendations both verbally and through written reports. Participate in eligibility and program decisions to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Participate in and contribute to professional development activities. Recommend appropriate remedial and intervention procedures for students. Manage time and resources effectively. Provide differential diagnosis in areas of intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and emotional/behavioral disorders. Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner. Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment. Review current developments, literature, and technical source information related to job responsibilities. Ensure adherence to safety procedures. Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Valid Georgia PSC Certificate
- Service Certification (S) in School Psychology (P-12)
- Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position
Responsibilities
- Respond appropriately and within federal and state guidelines to referrals for initial psychological assessment and reevaluation of children in special education programs.
- Demonstrate a competent understanding of the psychometric characteristics of a variety of assessment instruments.
- Demonstrate appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher, and student conferences.
- Communicate psychological assessment results and recommendations both verbally and through written reports.
- Participate in eligibility and program decisions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
- Participate in and contribute to professional development activities.
- Recommend appropriate remedial and intervention procedures for students.
- Manage time and resources effectively.
- Provide differential diagnosis in areas of intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and emotional/behavioral disorders.
- Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.
- Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment.
- Review current developments, literature, and technical source information related to job responsibilities.
- Ensure adherence to safety procedures.
- Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Lucrative pay
- Long-term contract
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance is available!
- The principal is well respected and liked!
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