School Psychologist
Department of Defense Education Activity
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School Psychologist
Department of Defense Education Activity
Department of Defense
Location
Kentucky
Salary
$75,703 - $160,508
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job as a school psychologist involves working in a Department of Defense elementary school in Kentucky, where you'll help students with behavioral and emotional challenges by conducting assessments, counseling, and creating support plans.
You'll also team up with teachers, families, and community groups to build a positive school environment and prevent issues.
It's a great fit for someone with a psychology background who enjoys supporting kids in a military school setting and has experience in education and counseling.
Key Requirements
- Master's degree in school psychology or related field, including coursework in foundations of special education and disabilities
- Completion of at least 1,200 clock hours in a school psychology internship
- Current and valid National Certification in School Psychology (NCSP) to meet internship requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to consult on student behavioral and psychological issues with staff, families, and partners
- Skills in conducting psychological assessments and recommending interventions
- Experience in counseling students and leading professional development on child development and behavior management
Full Job Description
About the Position: This position is located in the Department of Defense Education Activity Southeast District, Marshall Elementary School, Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
Description of the working environment: Work is performed in a classroom setting. Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Minimum Education: A minimum of a master's degree is required. Graduate level course work must be related to school psychology practice.
Coursework must include a course in foundations of special education and disabilities. AND Specialized Experience: Must have completed a minimum of 1,200 clock hours in a school psychology internship.
School Psychologists who hold a current and valid National Certification in School Psychology (NCSP) will have met these requirements.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education Consultation, Coaching and Collaboration Incident Management Needs/Occupational Analysis Partnering Psychology Staff and Faculty Development Major Duties:
- Consult with staff, families, and community partners on student behavioral and psychological issues.
- Collaborate with school staff to develop and implement interventions for struggling students.
- Implement school-wide prevention programs that promote a positive and safe school climate.
- Counsel students individually and in groups on academic, social, and behavioral skills.
- Conduct psychological assessments to evaluate student needs and recommend interventions.
- Advise student assistance teams to develop accommodation and intervention plans.
- Lead professional development activities on child development, learning, and behavior management.
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