School Psychologist — Student Support & Assessment Leader

St. Landry Parish School Board; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ST. LANDRY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD is seeking a School Psychologist to join the Pupil Appraisal Multi-Disciplinary Team.

The role involves assessing students with academic, behavioral, and social needs, conducting comprehensive evaluations, and making recommendations for special education services. The candidate must hold a Master’s in School Psychology, be certified by the Louisiana DOE, and proficient in diagnostic assessment and interpretation.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in School Psychology is required.
• Certification by the Louisiana State Department of Education as a School Psychologist.
• Expertise to administer and interpret diagnostic techniques for exceptional children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and staff with academic, behavioral, social, and emotional concerns of students by providing instructional strategies and differentiated instruction.
• Visit classrooms to monitor and support implementation of instructional/behavioral strategies.
• Conduct standardized psychological assessments and interpret findings for eligibility decisions.

Skills

Diagnostic techniques

Education

Master’s Degree in School Psychology

Certification by Louisiana DOE as School Psychologist

Job description

ST. LANDRY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD is seeking a School Psychologist to join the Pupil Appraisal Multi-Disciplinary Team.

The role involves assessing students with academic, behavioral, and social needs, conducting comprehensive evaluations, and making recommendations for special education services. The candidate must hold a Master’s in School Psychology, be certified by the Louisiana DOE, and proficient in diagnostic assessment and interpretation.