School Psychologist

Maricopa Unified School District; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in Arizona is seeking a dedicated School Psychologist to join their team. The successful candidate will provide essential psychological services to support students' academic, social, and emotional growth. This role requires collaboration with educators and families to ensure the well-being of students, along with a strong understanding of psychological assessments and educational regulations.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, education, or school psychology required.
• Two years of case management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves on evaluation teams for students.
• Conducts parent-staff conferences to interpret evaluations.
• Provides psychological advice to students and staff.

Skills

Knowledge of psychological testing

Effective communication skills

Collaboration with parents and staff

Data analysis skills

Education

Master’s degree in psychology

Job description

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520.568.5100 - main number

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POSITION DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Exempt, 190-Day Contract. Related Services Compensation Plan

REPORTS TO: Principals & Director of Exceptional Student Services.

General Statement Of Responsibilities

While under the direct supervision of Principal, the school psychologist will provide services that assist parents and professionals in meeting the educational and social/emotional/behavioral, and mental health needs of children.

• Serves as a team member in the screening, evaluating and diagnosing students psychologically.
• Conducts parent-staff conferences to interpret findings and recommendations resulting from evaluations.
• Provides professional advice and consultation to students, parents, staff and faculty on all matters related to psychological needs and services in the schools.
• Collects, compiles, evaluates and provides data that may become necessary as a matter of information, documentation, reports or administrative planning requirements.
• Researches and studies the field of child growth and development in order to recognize the academic, social and emotional needs of children.
• Develops an understanding of the local community and its educational needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Knowledge of psychological testing and assessment techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of educational potential and abilities.
• Knowledge of child grown and development.
• Knowledge of effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state and district rules and regulations as they apply to psychological services of educational institutions.
• Knowledge of leadership practices and techniques.
• Skill in performing psychological tests and assessments.
• Skill in operating office equipment and computer hardware and software applications.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in researching, analyzing and interpreting data and applying it to implement new programs or policies.
• Skill in compiling reports and other written documents.
• Skill in establishing rapport with students, parents, faculty and staff.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS And REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Master’s degree in psychology, education, school psychology or a related field and two (2) years case management work experience OR an equivalent combination or education and experience that provide the required knowledge and skill, Arizona State Board of Education School Psychologist Certificate.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies

Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Director of Exceptional Student Services

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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401(k)

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