Summary
CMS school psychologists support students learning, social development, and mental and behavioral health using problem-solving, assessment, data-based decision-making, and the delivery of evidenced-based interventions. School psychologists collaborate and consult with educators, families, and other professionals to help create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for all students. School psychologists provide a comprehensive range of services as described in the current North Carolina Professional School Psychologist Standards.
Essential Duties
• Consults with teachers and administrators regarding specific students and/or groups of students. • Works with various school teams to support multi-tiered systems of support for all students within their assigned schools. • Interprets and utilizes data for the purpose of developing appropriate intervention plans for struggling learners within their schools. • Conducts comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations that include but are not limited to the assessment of intellectual, developmental, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral status. • Conducts assessments and collects data by use of informal and non-standardized evaluation techniques. • Counsels students individually and in small groups. • Provides crisis intervention support for individual students and school communities when needed. • Provides training for school staff members and parents on a wide variety of topics that impact student learning in school, including but not limited to child development and effective parenting practices. • Assists parents in locating available educational and mental health resources in the community. • Assists with school-wide initiatives to enhance students social-emotional and leadership skills.
Professional Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of public school law, ethics, and standards of practice for School Psychology. • Knowledge of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSOS). • Knowledge of the MTSS framework and the Whole Child Model for providing educational supports for students. • Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the school environment. • Ability to use data to formulate recommendations and to assist in the decision-making process for students. • Ability to be self-directed, responsible, and complete work within prescribed timelines. • Ability to work collaboratively with all school stakeholders.
Education and Experience
• Masters Degree and Education Specialists Degree in School Psychology (6th year degree in School Psychology). • Desirable: Knowledge and experience implementing evidence-based mental health interventions for students experiencing behavioral, social, and emotional challenges in school.
Licensing Certification Requirements
DPI licensure.