School Psychologist

Michigan School Public Relations Association; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ontario is seeking a passionate School Psychologist to support their Multi-Tiered System of Supports. The role involves collaboration with teams to enhance both academic and behavioral outcomes for students. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a certification to practice in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Full or preliminary certification as a School Psychologist by the Michigan Department of Education.
• Effective in communication and well-developed organizational skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations for special education.

Responsibilities

• Support behavioral expectations and social-emotional learning in classrooms.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments and develop behavior plans.
• Consult with staff for students in categorical programs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to build relationships

Education

Certification as a School Psychologist

Job description

Zeeland Public Schools has a wonderful opportunity for a School Psychologist to join our team. The School Psychologist works in collaboration with building-level and district-level teams to facilitate and support the implementation of our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), including both academic and behavioral components.

Responsibilities :

• Tier 1 : Support the teaching of behavioral expectations per building rubrics, reinforcing positive behavior with acknowledgement system, and direct instruction of social-emotional learning (SEL) in all classrooms.
• Tier 2 : Involvement in benchmark meetings that includereview and analysisof academic and behavioral data (including SWIS and Student Risk Screening Scale-Internalizing / Externalizing) and intervention design / implementation.
• Tier 2 : Use of problem-solving model in Student Support Team (SST) meetings using Meeting Mechanics.
• Tier 3 : Conduct functional behavior assessments, develop behavior plans, and design individualized supports for students.
• Tier 3 : Conduct comprehensive special education evaluationsand use results to developgoals for specially designed instruction, as well assupplementary aids in Individual Education Plans.
• Tier 3 : Consult with staff and support students in categorical programs forAutism Spectrum Disorder and cognitive impairment.

Qualifications :

• Full or preliminary certification as a School Psychologist by the Michigan Department of Education.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Effective in communication and well-developed organizational skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations for special education.

Please apply through our website at www.zps.org / jobs