SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

The Pleasantville Public School District; Pleasantville (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pleasantville Public School District seeks a School Psychologist to provide testing, evaluation, and counseling services. Bilingual Spanish preferred; the candidate will work closely with students, families, and staff to support educational and social-emotional well-being.

Requirements include the NJ Educational Services Certificate with School Psychologist Endorsement, strong English communication, integrity, and residency in New Jersey with potential relocation within one year.

Qualifications

• Must hold NJ Educational Services Certificate with School Psychologist Endorsement.
• Minimum experience as determined by the board.
• Knowledge of laws governing special education; ability to perform testing, evaluation and counseling.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Residency in New Jersey or approved waiver; willing to obtain residency within one year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological testing, evaluations, and counseling for students.
• Collaborate with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
• Maintain accurate data and documentation; ensure compliance with NJ Department of Education requirements.
• Uphold integrity and professional standards in all duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Tech proficiency

Education

NJ Educational Services Certificate – School Psychologist Endorsement

Job description

TITLE: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST - Bilingual/ Spanish preferred

1. Hold a New Jersey Educational Services Certificate with a School Psychologist Endorsement in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6 Chapter 11.
2. Minimum experience as determined by the board.
3. Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education and demonstrated ability to effectively provide testing, psychological evaluation and counseling services.
4. Exhibit positive interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
6. Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment
7. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and concisely in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
8. Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative. Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for work processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications.
9. Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
10. Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with 18A:6- 7.1.
11. Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4
12. Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
13. Meet such alternates to the above qualifications, as the Superintendent may deem appropriate, acceptable and legal

REPORTS TO

Director of Special Services

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10-month employee, salary and work year as set by the PEA Contract.

Annual evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluations