School Psychologist

Creative Montessori Academy; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Montessori Academy in Southgate, Michigan, is seeking a School Psychologist to provide specialized psychological therapy services to students with learning, emotional, or behavioral issues. This role involves assessing students, developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and maintaining patient confidentiality.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree and a valid Michigan school psychologist certificate, as well as experience in child and school psychology. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with families and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree necessary for role.
• Valid Michigan school psychologist certificate required.
• Competence in child and school psychology essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess students for potential psychological concerns.
• Develop special education plans based on assessment data.
• Collaborate with families and teachers to create IEPs.
• Administer therapy to students with learning or behavioral delays.

Skills

Knowledge of best practice instruction for disabilities

Skills in managing positive student behavior

Organization and time management skills

Effective collaboration and communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Master’s Degree

Valid Michigan school psychologist certificate

Job description

At Creative Montessori Academy, we celebrate and nurture every child's innate desire to learn. Utilizing the Montessori Method, our diverse learning environment fosters innovation and yet allows each student the chance to learn through self‑directed pace and individual style.

As Montessori educators, it is our mission to prepare our environments for students to develop a love of learning and become intrinsically motivated. It is our objective to guide students in their critical thinking and bring awareness to their five senses throughout the environment.

Teachers and administration are thoroughly trained in the Montessori Method and are committed to the Montessori education of every child. The curriculum is demanding, yet allows each student the chance to learn through self‑directed pace and individual style.

Qualities of a Success Candidate:

• A genuine love for working with children and a strong commitment to their holistic development. They should prioritize the child's individuality, independence, and self‑directed learning, fostering an environment that supports these values.
• The ability to guide children through their learning journey with patience, allowing them to explore and make discoveries at their own pace. They should also be flexible in adjusting their teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment.

About the role

To provide specialized psychological therapy services to eligible school students of the Academy, evaluating students with learning, emotional, or behavioral issues, in addition to offering counseling and helping teachers and families create independent education plans.

What you'll do

Assessment and Planning

• Assesses students for potential psychological concerns and makes eligibility recommendations following the MARSE Rules and ISD/RESA guidelines, if applicable.
• Develops special education plans based on data.

Collaboration and Support

• Networks with teachers and families to create Section 504 plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that help ensure success for students who have disabilities.
• Counsels students and parents while pointing them toward further resources when needed.
• Collaborates with the special education team to design and implement intervention strategies and programs.
• Administers therapy to children with developmental, learning, or behavioral delays.
• Analyzes and treats school children using psychoanalytic and cognitive‑behavioral therapy techniques.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding student health and academic records.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
• Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
• Ability to read a variety of correspondences, medical records,
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a
• team setting.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and
• administrators.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use the special education system to write IEPs and document in the
• system.
• Lead eligibility meetings.
• Bill Medicaid and complete Random Moments in Time

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree.
• Valid Michigan school psychologist certificate.
• Demonstrated competence in all areas of focus, including child and school psychology.
• Case reporting and writing skills experience and skill.

Desired Requirements:

• Knowledge of and ability to follow and implement the IEP process.
• Ability to coordinate with students, parents, and staff, individually and in groups.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and skills working with students from all backgrounds.