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The School Psychologists primary role is as a diagnostician on the special
education evaluation team. Additionally this individual works with schools at all levels within
district to provide input for interventions both school-wide as well as student specific.
Participation with functional behavior assessments and behavior planning is also included in this
role.
Qualifications:
Able to meet the requirements for School Psychologist as defined by the Michigan
Department of Education.
Required to have a physical presence at the designated job site each scheduled workday
with reliable job attendance.
Knowledge of and proficiency with administration of a variety of current criterion
referenced and curriculum-based assessments and scales used to evaluate students.
Ability to practice in accordance with the National Association of School Psychologists
Principles for Professional Ethics and Professional Conduct Manual.
Desired Characteristics:
Ability to work with various personality types and staff members with varying levels of
knowledge relating to specific interventions.
Ability to prioritize through planning and organizing to ensure strict compliance deadlines
while maintaining the ability to be flexible based on individual student and situational
needs.
Demonstrate independent work habits while maintaining consistent communication with
school staff and Supervisors.
Student-focused mindset with goals to increase student achievement.
Knowledge of positive behavior supports FBAs and BIPs.
Knowledge of Multi-Tier Systems of Support.
Duties:
Provide School Psychological services to any pupil as outlined in Special Education Rules
and Regulations.
Collaborate with staff in planning educational intervention curriculum behavior
management and teaching strategies.
Provide psychological evaluation for pupils referred as candidates for special education
programs and provide comprehensive and accurate reports to appropriate educational
authority.
Complete systematic direct observation of students as required.
Administer tests including intelligence achievement adaptive behavior perceptual-motor
etc.
Interpret and analyze psychological data for professionals parents students and other
appropriate stakeholders.
Provide own transportation between assigned buildings and transport psychological
assessment materials to required locations.
Collaborate in program planning and evaluation services for student-focused decision-
making purposes.
Other duties as assigned by Galesburg Augusta Administration.
SALARY: Commensurate with Experience
Reports to: Galesburg Augusta Special Education Supervisor
Position will remain posted until filled
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION - Galesburg Augusta Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer.
Full-Time