School Psychologist

Position Type :

Special Education / School Psychologist

Date Posted : 6 / 24 / 2024

Location :

Davison Community Schools

Closing Date : Until Filled

District :

Davison Community Schools

Master's Degree

Full approval as a State of Michigan School Psychologist preferred, temporary approval considered

Valid State of Michigan license

Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and other legal aspects of the role of the school psychologist

Job-related experience

Ability to plan and coordinate effectively with other professionals

Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders

Ability to use assessment instruments and interpret results

Willingness to cooperate in ongoing training

Ability to function within board policies and procedures with a minimum of supervision

Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with students, faculty and the general public

Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures

Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance

Screen and evaluate referred children including selecting appropriate instruments, administering tests, observations and writing reports which state the evaluation findings and provide for educational program recommendations

Intervene in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students for the purpose of assisting students in modifying behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills

Consult with parents, teachers, other appropriate staff or outside professionals regarding the child's program and any adaptations / materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the educational setting or at home

Participate in planning and implementing prevention programs to address the academic, social and affective needs of the students

Design appropriate research-based academic and behavioral interventions for students with disabilities

Establish and monitor the necessary caseloads, procedures and resources to manage school psychologist services to students / staff and work cooperatively to accomplish the goals of the school

Implement appropriate and alternative ways to monitor and assess the effectiveness of interventions and individual students progress toward goals

Be an active member of District level Threat Assessment Team

Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance

VARIOUS LOCATIONS / VARIOUS LEVELS

EFFECTIVE DATE : 2024 / 2025 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree
• Full approval as a State of Michigan School Psychologist preferred, temporary approval considered
• Valid State of Michigan license
• Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and other legal aspects of the role of the school psychologist
• Job-related experience
• Ability to plan and coordinate effectively with other professionals
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
• Ability to use assessment instruments and interpret results
• Willingness to cooperate in ongoing training
• Ability to function within board policies and procedures with a minimum of supervision
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with students, faculty and the general public
• Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures
• Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance

RESPONSIBILITIES :

SALARY : Per DEA Master Agreement

DIRECT SUPERVISOR : Executive Director ofStudent Services

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Apply online at http : / / www.davisonschools.org.In addition to submitting an application online,

internal applicants

are required to provide a letter of intent and resume to the Direct Supervisor identified on this posting.

The district reserves the right toselect the person it believes will be the most successful in this position and will be the greatest benefit to the school(s).

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The person designated to handle any questions and / or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policy of Davison Community Schools is Director of Human Resources and Operations Christine Kuzinski, 1490 N Oak Rd, Davison, MI 48423 (810-591-0808).

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