Apply on Employer Site

Connections Academy · 3 months ago

Pearson Full Time Virtual School Psychologist - MI

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

Connections Academy is part of Pearson, committed to a world that’s always learning. They are seeking a School Psychologist to support students’ learning and mental health by conducting psychological evaluations and collaborating with educators and families to foster supportive learning environments.

EdTechEducationNon ProfitPrimary EducationSecondary Education

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough psychological evaluations using a variety of assessment tools and techniques for students in grades PK-12th grade

Administer, score, and interpret standardized tests to assess cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning

Compile detailed evaluation reports that include findings, recommendations, and potential interventions

Consult and collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to gather relevant information, provide insights based on evaluation results, and promote effective implementation of services

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss evaluation outcomes and contribute to the development of individualized education plans (IEPs)

Maintain accurate and confidential records of all evaluations and related documentation

Utilize varied models and methods of assessment and data collection for identifying strengths and needs of individual students and the broader school community, developing effective services and programs, and measuring progress and outcomes

Use assessment and data collection methods and to implement and evaluate services that support cognitive and academic skills, socialization, learning, and mental and behavioral health, including but not limited to behavioral supports, individual and group counseling, and social skills training

Provide effective professional services that promote effective functioning for individuals, families, and schools with diverse characteristics, cultures, and backgrounds and across multiple contexts, with recognition that an understanding and respect for diversity in development and learning and advocacy for social justice are foundations for all aspects of service delivery

Evaluate and apply research as a foundation for service delivery and, in collaboration with others, use various techniques and technology resources for data collection, measurement, and analysis to support effective practices at the individual, group, and/or systems levels

Provide services consistent with ethical, legal, and professional standards: engage in responsive ethical and professional decision-making; collaborate with other professionals; and apply professional work characteristics needed for effective practice as school psychologists, including respect for human diversity and social justice, communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, responsibility, adaptability, initiative, dependability, and technology skills

Stay current with best practices in psychological assessment and school psychology

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Psychological evaluationsAssessment toolsSchool Psychologist licenseNational School Psychologist CertificationTechnology skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem solvingCollaboration skills

Required

Accredited graduate degree program at the specialist-level or higher (A minimum of 60 graduate semester hours of study and a 1,200-hour supervised internship in School Psychology, with a minimum of 600 hours in a school setting)

Current or able to obtain School Psychologist license/certificate issued for priority schools

Proven experience in conducting psychological evaluations in a school setting, virtual experience preferred

Strong knowledge of assessment tools and techniques

Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Highly organized and punctual

Customer focused approach

High degree of flexibility, problem solving, consultation, and collaboration skills

Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment

Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication