SY26-27 School Psychologist

Lee Montessori is seeking a School Psychologist to provide a full range of school psychological services to children in grades Pre-K3 through 6 under the direction of the Campus Special Education Directors. The focus of this position would determine the student’s eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and ongoing progress. 

Major Responsibilities 

• Provides meaningful, helpful suggestions to school teams regarding behavior management, social skill development, conflict resolution, and instructional strategies.


• Selects, administers, scores, and interprets approved individual psychological assessments, using instruments and procedures approved by Lee Montessori PCS to determine eligibility for special education services in accordance with regulatory requirements. 


• Prepares and completes evaluation reports utilizing the format approved by Lee Montessori PCS that provides meaningful data and recommendations to teachers and guardians.


• Uploads assessment reports to the system upon completion and documents all due diligence efforts made.


• Recommend appropriate interventions to strengthen academic and behavioral skills within the school setting. 


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will: 

• Have a doctorate in  School Psychology


• Certification as a School Psychologist.


• Minimum of one-year full time school psychology experience.


• Ability to administer, analyze psychological and educational assessments and write quality comprehensive reports.


• Demonstrate effective communication skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.


• Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population, and committed to their own learning.


• Have excellent time management skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently/problem solve.


• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards.


• Have a commitment to Lee Montessori’s mission and vision.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the classroom and school building.


• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time. 


• Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.

EEO Statement

Lee Montessori Public Charter School strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Lee Montessori is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.