SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Haywood County Schools

Waynesville (NC)

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USD 60.000 - 85.000

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13 giorni fa

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Haywood County Schools is seeking a School Psychologist (K-12) for a 10-month position at the Central Office in Waynesville, NC. The role requires NC certification and involves assessments, therapy, IEP support, and mental health consultation.

The incumbent will collaborate with administrators, teachers, and families to promote student well-being and educational achievement, while maintaining thorough records and participating in professional development.

Competenze

NC State Certification 026 as a School Psychologist.
Master's Degree in Psychology.
Ph.D. in Psychology preferred.

Mansioni

Conducts psychological assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations to maximize learning.
Provides individual, group or facilitative therapy as needed.
Assists with identification and placement of exceptional students.
Coordinates with admins and teachers to identify abilities and needs.
Attends IEP meetings for students with special needs.
Serves as resource on mental health and conducts in-service programs.
Supports dropout prevention efforts.
Offers counseling to promote student growth and maturity.
Keeps professional knowledge up-to-date through seminars and research.
Maintains records and shares student information per rules.
Encourages parental involvement and effective communication with families.

Conoscenze

Knowledge of child psychology

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

Effective communication

Organize and coordinate work

Self-evaluation for growth

Cooperative relationships

Formazione

Master's degree in Psychology

Ph.D. in Psychology preferred

NC State Certification 026 as School Psychologist

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SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

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Job Details

Job ID: 5960798

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

School Psychologist (Grades K -12)

10-month position

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the EC Director, to assist students, teachers and parents in enabling students to derive the fullest potential educational experience from school by promoting positive self-esteem and resilience, and providing suggested methods and plans for overcoming psychological or mental health problems.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Conducts psychological assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to maximize learning and overcoming psychological issues.
Conducts individual, group or facilitative therapy for students whose diagnosed problems would benefit from behavior modification or differentiated instruction.
Assists with the identification and placement of all types of exceptional students.
Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with psychological services.
Attends IEP meetings as needed for students with special needs.
Serves as a resource and consultant on mental health and child psychology, conducts in-service programs as requested.
Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts.
Serves as a resource for students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of child psychology principles, assessments, methods, behavior modification, etc., and current developments in child psychology.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile