School Psychologist

Young World Physical Education; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a School Psychologist in Salisbury, Maryland, to conduct psychological assessments and develop educational activities tailored to student needs. The ideal candidate should hold or be eligible for a Maryland State Department of Education certificate and possess strong communication skills. Responsibilities include providing counseling services, crisis intervention, and participating in IEP meetings. Full-time benefited position with a salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for Maryland State Department of Education certificate as a School Psychologist.
• Ability to communicate effectively using the English language when deemed necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and interpret psychological assessments of students.
• Assist in the development of educational activities and behavior management programs.
• Meet with the IEP team for eligibility determination and program reviews.
• Complete functional behavior assessments and develop intervention plans.
• Provide professional development regarding disabilities and early intervention.
• Provide counseling services to students.
• Provide crisis intervention to school-based personnel and families.
• Participate in school-based prevention and intervention programs.
• Assist in maintaining communication between students, parents, and schools.
• Serve as a resource to students, staff, and parents.
• Serve on other committees, as needed, to support school and school system improvement efforts.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Communication

Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

School Psychologist

Wicomico County Public Schools TO BE DETERMINED - Salisbury, Maryland Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 4626881
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 06, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Jul 1, 2024

Job Description

SALARY

Commensurate with certification, degree, and experience based on the Wicomico County Unit II Salary Scale. Includes employee benefits package.

HOURS

• 12 months, (260 days)
• FLSA: Exempt
• Contract Unit: This position is part of the Unit II (Administrative and Supervisory) bargaining unit

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold or be eligible for Maryland State Department of Education certificate as a School Psychologist.
• Ability to communicate effectively using the English language when deemed necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct and interpret psychological assessments of students to parents, school staff, and students, as appropriate.
• Assist in the development of educational activities and behavior management programs as they relate to individual student needs.
• Meet with the IEP team to participate in eligibility determination, placement decisions, IEP development, and program reviews of students with disabilities.
• Complete functional behavior assessments and develop behavior intervention plans for students with behavioral needs.
• Provide professional development for staff and families regarding disabilities, early intervention, behavior intervention and mental health supports.
• Provide counseling services to students.
• Provide crisis intervention to school-based personnel, students and families.
• Participate in school-based prevention and intervention programs.
• Assist school officials in maintaining effective communication between students, parents, the community, and schools.
• Serve as a resource and consultant to students, staff, and parents.
• Serve on other committees, as needed, to support school and school system improvement efforts.

Position Type: Full-Time Benefitted

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2424 Northgate Dr. Ste. #500
• Salisbury, Maryland 21801
• Phone: [phone]