School Psychologist: Student Support & Assessment

Reading School District l Reading, Pa.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading School District in Reading, PA seeks a School Psychologist to support students by conducting evaluations, identifying educational needs, and advising on placement under IDEA.

The role focuses on promoting student well‑being, collaborating with teachers, parents, and administrators, and maintaining required records. Pennsylvania certification is required; some driving may be involved.

Qualifications

• Possession of appropriate degree and certification.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional and regulatory materials.
• Ability to write reports and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assesses difficulties of referred students through testing and diagnostic practices.
• Administers tests and recommends placement under IDEA regulations.
• Identifies types of exceptional children within the school.
• Maintains case records on referred students.
• Recommends corrective procedures.
• Conducts individual assessments for behavioral modification needs.
• Confers with teachers and parents as needed.
• Consults on special education needs of various conditions.
• Interprets school psychological services to teachers and parents.
• Prepares and submits required reports timely.
• Observes special education classes when necessary for assessment.
• Collaborates with community health and social welfare agencies when releases exist.
• Attends meetings and assists IST as needed.

Skills

Reading & analysis

Report writing

Oral & written communication

Education

Appropriate degree and certification

PA School Psychologist Certificate (implied)

Job description

Reading School District in Reading, PA seeks a School Psychologist to support students by conducting evaluations, identifying educational needs, and advising on placement under IDEA.

The role focuses on promoting student well‑being, collaborating with teachers, parents, and administrators, and maintaining required records. Pennsylvania certification is required; some driving may be involved.