School Psychologist

Our client is seeking a School Psychologist in Chester, PA!

Job type: Contract

Location: Chester, PA

Hours:

Elementary: 8:15a- 3:45p

Middle: 8:00a - 3:30p

High School: 7:15a - 2:45p

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive evaluations using psychometric assessments
• Identify and help provide solutions for student needs in order to maximize student achievement
• Provide counseling, instructional support for students managing emotional, behavioral or social challenges
• Consult with other district personnel, e.g., principals, social workers, learning disabilities consultants, counselors, teachers, etc. regarding student’s behaviors and needs
• Assist classroom teachers and principals in identifying needs through observation, assessment and development of Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Consult with teachers to provide behavioral interventions and create Behavioral
• Intervention Plans
• Review all student records and skill areas, conferring with classroom teachers and observing students in the classroom setting as per mandate
• Consult with parents concerning counseling/behavioral needs, pre-referral intervention, special class placement, referral to outside agencies for students
• Maintain all records for students on his/her case management list in order and ensure

they are completed within the mandated time frame, reviewing and updating at regular intervals

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Possess a PA School Psychologist Standard Certificate
• Strong communication skills and basic computer literacy (including comfort and familiarity with email and the Microsoft Office suite)
• Understanding of the Pennsylvania law as it pertains to Special Education
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student and community population

The following are required:

• PA Criminal clearances
• PA Child Abuse clearances
• FBI clearances
• Physical including TB Test
• Proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Qualifications:

• An ability to use data to drive instruction
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong working knowledge of technology
• Must be able to pass an initial fingerprint and background clearance checks
• May be required to work outside normal working hours
• May be required to travel to perform work functions