Hamburg Area School District is seeking applicants to fill a School Psychologist position at the elementary level. Applicants must apply online at: Hamburg Area School District - Frontline Recruitment
Position Summary
The school psychologist delivers school-based; psycho-educational services that improve student performance, enhance student educational success, and promote the mental health interests of children and youth. The school psychologist typically works at two (2) or more school sites where services are provided to both general and special education students. Primary services include consultation and collaboration with students, parents and staff, conducting non-biased special education assessments and evaluations, analyzing and interpreting evaluation results, providing support for team-based interventions, supporting school teams to assist with data-informed decisions, and guiding staff and parents regarding the educational, emotional, behavioral and developmental needs of students. The school psychologist is expected to adhere to applicable federal and state laws and regulations (i.e., Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Individual with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), Pennsylvania School Code, Section 504, as well as Hamburg Area School District policies and departmental procedures. Reports to the Director of Special Education and Student Services.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Certifications and Licenses
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, and
- Hold a professional certification from the Pennsylvania Department of Education in school psychology.
- A valid driver's license that allows the applicant/employee to legally operate an insured motor vehicle in Pennsylvania.
Experience
- Demonstrate sensitivity/understanding of interpersonal relations with students and persons of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Demonstrate professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and members of the community.
- Possesses high moral standards and integrity.
- Leadership and management skills highly desirable.
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Carlie Cole
Director, Human Resources
Hamburg Area SD
Hamburg PA
(610) 562-2241
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