School Psychologist Anticipated
School Psychologist Anticipated
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Job Description
The State College Area School District is seeking applicants for an anticipated school psychologist position who can provide a servicedelivery model that directly reflects aspects of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Practice Model which includes the following essential functions:
- Conduct psychoeducational assessments in support of Chapter 14 Chapter 15 and Chapter 16 of the PA School Code (Special Education 504s and Gifted Education) from students in grades PreK12.
- Provide services consistent with ethical legal and professional standards.
- Apply professional work characteristics needed for effective practice as a school psychologist including effective interpersonal skills responsibility adaptability initiative dependability technological competence advocacy skills respect for human diversity and a commitment to social justice and equity.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Successful completion of a masters and certification degree in a School Psychology Program (preferably a NASP approved program).
Certification: Pennsylvania school psychologist certification
Experience: Knowledge of MultiTiered Systems of Support using Response to Intervention to identify learning disabilities assessment and test theory diagnostic categories learning disabilities statistics and counseling theories; knowledge of and adherence to legal procedures as contained in local state and federal policies governing special education including IDEA laws and guidelines; knowledge of and adherence to professional and ethical standards of the American Psychological Association and the National Association of School Psychologists; knowledge of counseling techniques behavioral management techniques classroom instructional interventions and parent training strategies.
Skills: Effective oral and written communication skills time management organizational strategies and effective use of technology are required. Expertise in working with schoolaged children is preferred.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed starting on March 31 2025.
SCASD strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.
The State College Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
