School Psychologist

Full-time opportunity serving school districts in Northeast Wisconsin, through a cooperative service arrangement with CESA 8. The School Psychologist plays an integral role in Response to Intervention and special education evaluations/support. School Psychologists work with school staff, students and families to foster engagement, attendance, a strong work ethic and responsibility in order to promote college, career and community readiness.

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Qualifications:

Candidate must hold a current Wisconsin DPI School Psychologist license or be eligible to obtain one.

Requirements:

DPI Wisconsin Certification #7062 - School Psychologist.

• After school hours may be necessary due to IEP or staff meetings.
• Compile and interpret students'' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.
• Select, administer, and score psychological tests.
• Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.
• Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.
• Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.
• Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
• Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.
• Assess an individual child''s needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and other services, such as behavioral management systems.
• Promote an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.
• Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.
• Attend workshops, seminars, or professional meetings to remain informed of new developments in school psychology.
• Serve as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss.
• Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.
• Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies for medical, vocational, or social services.
• Initiate and direct efforts to foster tolerance, understanding, and appreciation of diversity in school communities.
• Design classes and programs to meet the needs of special students.
• Provide educational programs on topics such as classroom management, teaching strategies, or parenting skills.
• Conduct research to generate new knowledge that can be used to address learning and behavior issues.
• Other duties may be assigned.