School Psychologist 198 (405D)[198]

TrulyHired; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 55,800 - 78,120; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a School Psychologist to conduct psychoeducational evaluations to support special education eligibility decisions in our School system. The role requires specialist certification in School Psychology and strong communication with teachers, parents, and administrators.

The position emphasizes collaboration, timely reporting, and presenting findings to support interventions and program decisions for students with disabilities. This is a full-time, on-site role in Georgia.

Qualifications

• Written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Strong planning, organization and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to professional ethics and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt, regular attendance in school environments.
• Administers a range of psychoeducational assessments for eligibility.
• Reviews criteria for eligibility and documents findings accurately.
• Collaborates with school teams to recommend interventions for students.
• Writes comprehensive psychoeducational reports following guidelines.
• Participates in professional learning & department activities.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Planning and organization

Leadership

Education

Specialist Degree in School Psychology

Job description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: School Pyschologist

JOB CODE: 405D

DIVISION: Academic, Support and Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: School Social Worker & Psychologist

DEPARTMENT: Student Assistance Programs

WORK DAYS: 198

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Pshchological Services

PAY GRADE: CPP (6,7)

FLSA: Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Conducts psychoeducational evaluations for the purpose of assisting in special education eligibility determination

REVISION DATE(S): 8/24

Requirements

1. Educational Level: Specialist Degree or equivalent degree hours
2. Certification/License Required: Service Certificate in School Psychology
3. Experience: None; 2 years of experience in school psychology preferred
4. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; planning, organization, leadership

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Duties

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
2. Demonstrates competency in administering a variety of assessment instruments and techniques.
3. Demonstrate understanding of criteria for all areas of eligibility.
4. Engages with school teams in problem-solving and making recommendations for interventions for students.
5. Writes comprehensive psychoeducational reports that adhere to local guidelines.
6. Demonstrates appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher, and student conferences.
7. Provides presentations/professional learning for local schools and other groups as needed.
8. Is knowledgeable about available resources in the school and community.
9. Participates in eligibility determination and program decisions for students with disabilities.
10. Participates in and contributes to professional learning opportunities, departmental meetings, and other activities provided by the department.
11. Practices in accordance with Federal, State and County regulations and professional ethics.
12. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.