School Psychologist

JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION

School Psychologist Waterbury Teachers’ Association CEA-NEA

DEPARTMENT REPORTS TO

Pupil Personnel Receives administrative direction from the Director of Pupil Personnel or other administrative official of a higher grade

FLSA DESIGNATION

Exempt

PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION

This class are uniquely qualified members of school teams that support students' ability to learn and teachers' ability to teach. They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally; contributing to the Portrait of a Graduate. School psychologists partner with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community. (NASP, 2020).

PART II - QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s Degree in School Psychology from an accredited college or university
2. School Psychologist Certification issued by the CT State Department of Education (070)
3. Connecticut requirements for certification as a School Psychologist
4. Continuing education requirements of a Certified School Psychologist

PART III - DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities). The Essential Role of a School Psychologist

• Assists with crisis management situations within the school setting to promote the safety and mental health of students and staff (Domain VII);
• Effectively uses a wide range of assessment techniques suitable for students from birth through adulthood (Domain I);
• Utilizes available technology resources to enhance services, including but not limited to Google Suite, PowerSchool, and any future innovative resources (Domain XI);

• Effectively demonstrates knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding education and other related services (Domain X);
• School psychologists provide individual, group, classroom, & family counseling to help students perform better socially, emotionally & academically (Domain IV);
• School psychologists help school personnel analyze & interpret data generated from a variety of sources within the school system (Domain IX);
• Effectively provides instructional strategies and interventions, synthesizing academic, cognitive, and/or behavioral data (Domain III);
• Effectively establishes working relationships with students, families, school personnel, and the community to problem-solve in all settings, while considering multicultural and diverse socio-economic matters (Domain II, V);
• School psychologists help design & participate in student support teams, coordinated school-based health teams, school climate committees, and other efforts dedicated to improving school climate & service to students (Domain VI);
• School psychologists work with parent & community organizations to promote parent-school collaboration and act as a resource for educational or psychological knowledge (Domain VIII);

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

PART IV - POSITION SUPERVISES

May provide supervision of School Psychology interns to assist the student in completing requirements to obtain certification.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

Prepared on: December 2, 2020