Must hold a license issued by any agency.
Description
Spectrum Academy is the premier charter school working with children who have Autism. The School Psychologist will, under the general supervision of the Related Services Coordinator, assist students, teachers and parents in enabling students to derive the fullest potential educational experience from school by promoting positive self esteem and resilience, and providing suggested methods and plans for overcoming psychological or mental health problems.
Essential Performance Responsibilities: • Conducts psychological assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to maximize learning and overcoming psychological issues. • Assists with the identification and placement of all types of exceptional students. • Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with psychological services. • Attends IEP meetings as needed for students with special needs. • Serves as a resource and consultant on mental health and child psychology, conducts in-service programs as requested. • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships. • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws. • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of child psychology principles, assessments, methods, behavior modification, etc., and current developments in child psychology. • Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. • Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. • Ability to organize and coordinate work. • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.