School Psychologist - Canton, GA

School Psychologist - Contract

Location: Canton, GA

Required Qualifications: 

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  Valid Georgia PSC Certificate; Service Certification (S) in School Psychology (P-12).

  
  


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  Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position

  
  

Job Description

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  Respond appropriately and within federal and state guidelines to referrals for initial psychological assessment and reevaluation of children in special education programs.

  
  


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  Demonstrate a competent understanding of the psychometric characteristics of a variety of assessment instruments.

  
  


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  Demonstrate appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher, and student conferences.

  
  


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  Communicate psychological assessment results and recommendations both verbally and through written reports.

  
  


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  Participate in eligibility and program decisions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

  
  


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  Participate in and contribute to professional development activities.

  
  


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  Recommend appropriate remedial and intervention procedures for students.

  
  


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  Manage time and resources effectively.

  
  


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  Provide differential diagnosis in areas of intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and emotional/behavioral disorders.

  
  


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  Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.

  
  


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  Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment.

  
  


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  Review current developments, literature, and technical source information related to job responsibilities.

  
  


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  Ensure adherence to safety procedures.

  
  


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  Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.

  
  


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  Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  

Benefits:

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  Lucrative pay

  
  


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  Long-term contract

  
  


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  Health/Dental/Vision Insurance is available!

  
  


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  The principal is well respected and liked!