School Psychologist

Certifications

• Valid Maine Department of Education Certification as a School Psychologist (093).
• Valid CHRC

• Administer and interpret tests of cognitive abilities, learning development, aptitudes, psychological interests, and personality characteristics for educational, vocational selection, guidance, or placement.
• Completing approximately two evaluations per week is required. 
• Interview and examine student developmental histories to assist in determining causes of behaviors or problems, maladjustments, conflicts, delayed development, learning disabilities, etc.
• Attending initial referral IEP meetings to discuss referral questions for potential eligibility
• Attendance at 504 meetings to discuss evaluations 
• Process and communicate evaluation results and recommendations to parents at IEP Meetings.
• Suggest changes or interventions in students' behavior, teachers, parents, administrators, etc.
• Assist in developing prescriptive teaching and learning techniques relevant to specific areas of exceptionality.
• Provide consultation to staff on students to assist in ongoing program development and MTSS (multi-tiered systems of support).
• Consultation with school Social Workers and School Psychological Service Providers for ongoing professional development and supervision.
• Complete risk assessments and provide recommendations for students referred through the risk assessment process.
• Other job-related duties as assigned by the Special Services Director