Psychologist

About SVG; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Education and National Reconciliation is seeking a qualified Psychologist to join Student Support Services. The role focuses on school administration and development, leveraging psychological expertise to support students, staff, and families.

Requirements include a Master's in Education Psychology, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and Teacher Education Certification. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of testing procedures, counseling, and ICT applications in education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education Psychology or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree from a recognized university required.
• Certification in Teacher Education (Behavioral Science) required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties related to general school administration and development.
• Support student services and psychological counseling initiatives.

Skills

Psychological testing

Education psychology

Evaluation methods

Counselling techniques

School administration

Legal/regulatory knowledge

ICT in education

Safety of fixtures & equipment

Teaching education asset

Education

Master's in Educational Psychology

Bachelor's degree

Teacher Education Certification (Behavioral Science)

Job description

The Ministry of Education and National Reconciliation is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Psychologist within Student Support Services. The duties of the Officer appointed to the post will relate to general school administration and development.

Requirements

• Education in teaching will be an asset
• Extensive knowledge of acceptable psychological testing procedures and practices
• Sound knowledge of Education/Child psychology
• Knowledge of evaluation and measurement techniques
• Intermediate knowledge of the principles and techniques of counselling
• Knowledge of school administration techniques (approaches)
• Working knowledge of the various legal and regulatory instruments that govern the operations of the Ministry of the Education and guide the function of counselling
• Knowledge of the applications of ICT in education
• Knowledge of safe operations of fixtures and equipment common to the educational institution

Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in Education Psychology or related field from a recognized university
• An accredited Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
• Certification in Teacher Education (Behavioral Science discipline)

SALARY: $63,192 x $3,648 - $81,432 per annum (Grade D)