SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Seaford (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hagedorn Little Village School, Jack Joel Center for Special Children in Seaford, NY, is seeking a licensed School Psychologist to support the CPSE evaluations team. The 10-month, 8:00 am–4:00 pm position offers salaried status with benefits, beginning immediately.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Psychology and NY School Psychologist certification. Responsibilities cover social history interviews, cognitive/educational evaluations, IEP development, and collaboration with school

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology required.
• Certification as a School Psychologist required.
• Experience with CPSE procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social history interviews and classroom observations.
• Conduct cognitive and educational evaluations.
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments in community preschools.
• Provide families with information regarding the CPSE process and the evaluations conducted with their child.
• Participate in school district meetings and present the evaluations to the Committee on Preschool Special Education.
• Complete Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Conduct parent training sessions (optional).

Skills

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

School Psychologist certification

Job description

Salary Range: $62,000.00 To $67,000.00 Annually

Job Description

The Hagedorn Little Village School, Jack Joel Center for Special Children ( www.littlevillage.org ) in Seaford, NY, is a school for children with developmental disabilities ranging in age from 2 to 12 years. The CPSE (Committee on Pre-School Special Education) evaluations department conducts assessments for children between the ages of 2.5 and 5.5 referred by their local school district. This position will support the CPSE department.

Hours: M-F 8:00 am-4:00 pm

10-month position following school calendar

Salaried Position with benefits (medical, dental, vision, 403B, sick/personal time, paid holidays)

Position beginning immediately

Educational Requirements:

• Applicant must possess a Master’s Degree in Psychology and Certification as a School Psychologist

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct social history interviews and classroom observations
• Conduct cognitive and educational evaluations
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments in community preschools
• Provide families with information regarding the CPSE process and the evaluations conducted with their child
• Participate in school district meetings and present the evaluations to the Committee on Preschool Special Education
• Complete Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Conduct parent training sessions (optional)

Candidate will possess:

• Passionate about working with children and families
• Empathetic & considerate of others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent time management/organizational skills, be able to multitask, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members
• Experience with school districts or CPSE procedures is a plus

Fingerprinting and a New York State criminal background check are mandatory

Salary commensurate with experience

It is school policy to provide equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation in accordance with all applicable laws. This policy applies to all the terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. Advancements to positions of greater responsibility are based on an individual’s abilities and demonstrated performance.

Job Type: Full-time/10 months

10 Month Salary Range: $62,000 - $67,000