School Psychologist

Peoria Public Schools District 150; Poland; On-site; PLN 241,000 - 334,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoria Public Schools District 150 is seeking a School Psychologist to provide evaluation and counseling services within the Pupil Personnel Services department. The position involves assessment, consultation with staff, and collaboration with families to support students' educational and behavioral needs.

Applicants must hold a valid Illinois Type 73 certificate, a School Psychologist endorsement, and a Master’s degree.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Illinois Type 73 School Service Personnel certificate.
• School Psychologist endorsement required.
• Master’s degree required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Board of Education policies, Illinois School Code, and special education law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a needs assessment and delineate psychological services.
• Assess children’s difficulties through appropriate testing and diagnostic procedures.
• Participate in staff conferences concerning individual cases and recommend placement in programs of Special Education and/or other appropriate programs.
• Provide counseling and psychological follow-up activities.
• Act as consultant to school personnel concerning children’s adjustment.
• Conduct home visits and collect diagnostic data relevant to a student’s school, home and community adjustment.
• Screen school enrollment to identify children who should be referred for individual study.
• Assist with in-service training of school personnel.
• Support and assist in parent understanding and parent education.
• Participate as staff members of a school system on committees concerned with behavioral and educational problems of children.
• Work in cooperation with personnel of community, health and social welfare agencies.
• Prepare necessary local and State reports.
• Attend departmental, inter-departmental, professional and inter-agency meetings.
• Encourage and initiate research and utilize in addressing school program needs.
• Perform such other functions to comply with Circular Series A 160 and the Illinois school code.
• Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Special Services Coordinator, Principal, and/or administrative designee.

Skills

Leadership

Written & verbal communication

Knowledge of education policies

Education

Master’s degree

Illinois Type 73 certificate

School Psychologist endorsement

Job description

Date Posted: 11/9/2021

Position Title

School Psychologist

Department

Pupil Personnel Services

Reports To

Special Services Coordinator

Supervises

Does not apply

Position Goal

Provide services to and on behalf of students who require psychological evaluation and assistance in their education or behavioral adjustment.

Performance Responsibilities

• Conduct a needs assessment and delineate psychological services.
• Assess children’s difficulties through appropriate testing and diagnostic procedures.
• Participate in staff conferences concerning individual cases and recommend placement in programs of Special Education and/or other appropriate programs.
• Provide counseling and psychological follow-up activities.
• Act as consultant to school personnel concerning children’s adjustment.
• Conduct home visits and collect diagnostic data relevant to a student’s school, home and community adjustment.
• Screen school enrollment to identify children who should be referred for individual study.
• Assist with in-service training of school personnel.
• Support and assist in parent understanding and parent education.
• Participate as staff members of a school system on committees concerned with behavioral and educational problems of children.
• Work in cooperation with personnel of community, health and social welfare agencies.
• Prepare necessary local and State reports.
• Attend departmental, inter-departmental, professional and inter-agency meetings.
• Encourage and initiate research and utilize in addressing school program needs.
• Perform such other functions to comply with Circular Series A 160 and the Illinois school code.
• Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Special Services Coordinator, Principal, and/or administrative designee.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Hold a valid Illinois Type 73 School Service Personnel certificate
• School Psychologist endorsement required.
• Master’s degree required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Board of Education policies, Illinois School Code, and special education law.
• Knowledge of public relations and familiarity with community agencies and services.
• Ability to understand school reports and records and document work productivity.

Experience

• None required; previous work experience in a school/educational setting or related environment a plus.

Environmental Conditions

• General school / office environment

Physical Demands

• Light lifting
• Travel between work sites in personal vehicle

ADA

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Terms of Employment

190 days

Evaluation

Primary evaluator will be the Special Services Coordinator

Salary

Teacher salary plus responsibility factor as per current contract language

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.