School Psychologist - Special Education - Location Varies - (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District • Oakland, CA

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About The Position

Under the direction of an Assistant Superintendent- Student Services , conduct assessments of the psycho-educational needs of referred students; provide consultative services or techniques to facilitate student learning and development; provide short-term counseling services to special education students, as IEP teams designate, and regular education students, by agreement of the psychologist and site administrator; assist school patrons in gaining access to services from outside agencies and community service providers.

Requirements

• Any combination equivalent to: master’s degree in educational or clinical psychology, including at least one year of internship under the supervision of a credentialed school psychologist.
• Pupil Personnel Services Credential with School Psychology authorization.
• Valid California Drivers License.
• Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, Tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance.
• KNOWLEDGE OF: Testing practices, procedures and methods.
• Various testing materials, instruments and equipment.
• Individual and group counseling techniques.
• Federal and State laws and regulations regarding special education and assigned duties.
• IEP preparation and implementation methods and procedures.
• Appropriate referral agencies.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Principles of providing work direction and guidance to assigned personnel.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• ABILITY TO: Perform professional evaluations of psychological, social and educational needs of students.
• Develop, write and implement comprehensive Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for special education students.
• Utilize various testing techniques, materials, equipment and instruments.
• Counsel effectively with students and parents.
• Prepare and maintain confidential records and files.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work confidentially with discretion.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Drive a vehicle to conduct work.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
• Provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel.
• Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
• Hear and speak to exchange information.
• See to read a variety of materials.

Responsibilities

• Administer psycho-educational assessments and periodic re-evaluations of referred students as outlined by the student’s assessment plan; prepare written reports of assessment findings with diagnoses and specific recommendations. E
• Participate in IEP meetings as appropriate; facilitate teams as necessary to accomplish proper results. E
• Provide consultative support as a subject expert to teachers, administrators, parents and students for regular and special education programs; consult with administrators, teachers and parents regarding mental health issues/interventions, substance abuse, understanding cultures, and the evaluation of educational programs and progress of students through various testing programs; provide support to administrators and teachers regarding classroom environment/school climate, student behavior, child development, learning problems and strategies, family/peer relationships, general education program options, special education procedures and guidelines, and the Gifted and Talented program; participate in discussions regarding promotion/retention and acceleration issues; assist with staff development as appropriate. E
• Provide short-term counseling with referred students and families; assist with expulsions as referred. E
• Recommend alternative approaches or techniques to facilitate the attainment of goals and objectives for individual students, groups of students, classrooms and schools. E
• Perform crisis counseling as necessary. E
• Drive a vehicle to conduct work. E
• Perform related duties as assigned.

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