Baltimore County Public Schools · 3 months ago
School Psychologist (Posted to create a candidate pipeline)
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$64K/yr - $121K/yrBaltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is the 22nd largest school district in the nation, seeking highly effective employees to inspire and support students. The School Psychologist will provide psychological consultation, assessment, and intervention services to address students' learning, behavioral, and mental health needs.
EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develops school-wide positive behavioral interventions and supports through school-based problem-solving teams, including behavior teams and student support teams
Develops academic and behavioral interventions for students with targeted and intensive needs through student support teams
Identifies conditions and impairments and participates in the determination of student eligibility for disabilities and accommodations under Section 504 through student support teams; participates in the development and review of 504 accommodations through student support teams
Collaborates with school staff to develop student behavior plans, conduct functional behavioral assessments, and develop behavior intervention plans for students with targeted and intensive needs through student support teams and Individual Education Program (IEP) teams
Conducts psychological assessments of cognitive, behavioral, adaptive, social, emotional, and academic functioning for students suspected of disabilities and in need of accommodations and services as needed under Section 504 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Identifies conditions and impairments and participates in the determination of student eligibility for disabilities and services under the IDEA through IEP teams; participates in the development and review of IEP goals, objectives, and services through IEP teams
Plans for students with special needs involving cultural and linguistic diversity, sensory deficits, neuropsychological issues, communication, social skills, and emotional conditions
Provides behavioral and mental health services for students with educational needs including psychological counseling, crisis response, threat assessment/management, traumatic loss support, and consultation with school staff, parents, independent providers, and community agencies
Provides professional learning and training to school staff and parents to support high academic achievement and positive behavior in schools
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree, an advanced graduate specialist's degree or certificate, and/or doctoral degree in psychology, education or human development; completion of a 1200-hour internship in school psychology, or its equivalent
Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate with School Psychologist endorsement
Education, training, and experience as required by the Maryland Pathway to Initial Licensure for School Psychologist
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License and School Psychologist Licensure
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
Thorough knowledge of school psychology and practice in education
Knowledge of and skill in the provision of psychological services to students, schools, and parents
Technology competency includes knowledge of and skill in the use of the Internet, word processing, and related applications
Knowledge of and skill in data analysis and integration
Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communications skills
Demonstration of leadership, management, and human relations competencies, including collaboration and team building
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans
Paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves
Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System
Company
Baltimore County Public Schools
Baltimore County Public Schools is a public school that specializes in primary and secondary education.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Christine Faya
Executive Administrative Assitant CFO
Christopher Hartlove
Chief Financial Officer
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