School Psychologist (24/25 SY) - JOB# 3055 - EXTENDED

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Psychologist

Date Posted:
5/22/2024

Location:
Student Support Services

Closing Date:
07/10/2024
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE: School Psychologist
ASSIGNMENT: School Psychologist

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from an accredited educational institution as determined by the Florida Department of Education

Certified as a School Psychologist and appropriate licensure by the State of Florida

Internship in a school setting preferred

Physical Requirements: Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

None exist at this time

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participates in needs assessment activities, planning and development of intervention programs, and/or service to students

Participates in Child Study/Collaborative Problem Solving, eligibility, and IEP committees, as assigned, to help meet the needs of identified students

Establishes long and short range plans designed specifically to support the district exceptional student education plan

Selects, develops, or modifies psychological assessment materials which identify learning needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic background, learning styles, and special needs

Plans and prepares intervention strategies for parents and teachers that are effective and contributes to a climate where students become engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

Assists schools and the district in preparing for changing curriculum and service needs

Maintains and prepares periodic records as required

Implements and coordinates school-wide and district-wide psychological services and activities

Manages time efficiently

Manages materials and equipment effectively

Assists in early identification of students school-related problems

Conducts valid psychological and psycho-educational assessments according to professional standards and prepares reports of these services within time limits established by administrative rule or other controlling regulations

Analyzes and interprets information to make diagnoses and recommendations regarding needs for services

Evaluates school psychological services

Provides follow-up conferences with parents and teachers to interpret and develop alternative instructional strategies for students of special need

Seeks out new data sources which will provide evidence of student growth and/or the identification of developmental needs and share these findings with principals and other instructional leaders

Conducts a comprehensive follow-up with tested students to determine the effectiveness and implementation levels of recommendations

Suggests realistic and effective intervention strategies for teachers to use with students

Works effectively with students, parents, colleagues, community agencies, and staff

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of a broad curriculum base

Uses a variety of strategies to formulate recommendations appropriate for students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs

Specializes in recognizing overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions

Provides direct observation and/or crisis intervention services as necessary and/or requested

Consults with parents, other school staff, and teachers about ways to facilitate the learning and adjustment of students

Uses effective consultative behaviors

Interprets educational policies, programs, and procedures related to psychological services

Enlists the cooperation of parents in examining the family situation and together assess the strength and problem areas

Conducts in-service training for faculty and staff

Demonstrates professional growth and continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills

Assists others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of psychological services

Conducts a personal assessment periodically to determine professional growth needs either reference to the specific instructional assignment and district programs

Participates in district sponsored staff development programs

Acts in a professional and ethical manner and adheres at all times to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct

Performs and fulfills professional responsibilities

Supports district and local school improvement initiatives, services, and programs

Contributes to the overall district and school mission by supporting various school committees and services

Shares experience and new learning by mentoring colleagues

Conducts psychological services program in a manner which ensures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classification

Performs other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Other duties as assigned by supervising administrator

TERM:

Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process

APPRAISAL:

Performance will be appraised annually by school administration in accordance with School Board policies and procedures

PAY GRADE:

According to the School Board of Highlands County Instructional Salary Schedule

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.

Board approved October 1998

Modified 9/2005
APA Approved 7/28/2015
Modified 01/2013
Reformatted 10/2015
Modified 8/20/2021

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job

Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public

Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment

Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing

Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions

Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks

Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions

Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity

Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.
To request accommodations, please contact:
Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources
426 School Street
Sebring, FL 33870