School Psychologist, Full-Time

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District is hiring a full-time School Psychologist to measure and interpret the developmental needs of students, administer assessments, and develop intervention strategies for at-risk students.

This role emphasizes strong written and oral communication skills, and candidates must possess a Master's Degree in School Psychology along with necessary certifications. The position includes responsibilities across multiple schools in Columbus, Georgia.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in School Psychology is required.
• Certification as National Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) mandatory.
• Experience is not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive service to multiple schools.
• Administers assessments to evaluate student development.
• Develops behavior plans and curriculum modifications.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Planning

Organization

Spanish proficiency

Education

Master's Degree in School Psychology

National Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential

Service Certificate in School Psychology

Job description

Position Title

School Psychologist (Full Time)

Employment Type

Exempt

Salary

School Psychologist Salary Schedule

Work Days

200

Location

TBD

Reports To

Executive Director, Program for Exceptional Students

Primary Function

The job of School Psychologist is done for the purpose/s of measuring and interpreting the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development of children; interpreting results of psychological studies, interpreting and applying state and federal codes; and developing strategies and interventions to address the special education needs of eligible students.

Requirements

1. Educational Level: Master's Degree in School Psychology.
2. Certification/License: National Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential; Service Certificate in School Psychology
3. Experience: None
4. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication, planning, organization; Spanish proficiency would be desirable

Essential Duties

1. Provides comprehensive service to multiple schools.
2. Administers standardized and/or supplemental assessments to measure the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development of students and/or determine eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
3. Assesses students' functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment.
4. Provides differential diagnosis in areas of intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities and emotional/behavioral disorders.
5. Provides appropriate recommendations and intervention for at-risk students.
6. Writes comprehensive psychological reports that adhere to local guidelines.
7. Develops behavior plans, curriculum modifications, etc. in order to implement treatment programs.
8. Intervenes in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students in order to assist students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
9. Utilizes available resources in the school and in the community.
10. Demonstrates the ability to implement and conduct individual and/or group counseling sessions.
11. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
12. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.