School Psychologist
Reports to: Director of Pupil Services
Revised: June 2014
JOB SUMMARY
The School Psychologist has the responsibility to perform all necessary psychological
services to the students as identified as essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties
may be assigned.
1. Responsible for conducting individual student assessments which may include the
areas of intelligence, academic achievement, perceptual skills, social/emotional
development and social/adaptive skills.
2. Prepare written psychoeducational reports.
3. Use assessment data to help develop educational programs for students.
4. Participate on student support teams to develop and evaluate pre-referral
interventions.
5. Assist with implementation of interventions when appropriate.
6. Maintain appropriate documentation of school efforts and follow-up if
unsuccessful.
7. Consult with teachers and administrators regarding student behavior, social
concerns, and academic achievement in order to develop strategies to meet the
student's educational needs.
8. Consult with parents to assist them in understanding child development and to
develop strategies to address their concerns.
9. Assist regular and special education teachers with classroom academic and
behavior management plans.
10. Identify appropriate outside resources for parents and teachers.
11. Provide relevant staff development and parent training.
12. Collaborate with Pupil Services Team members to develop and implement student
programs.
13. Assist in the organization and evaluation of the Pupil Services Team as
implemented at the building and District levels.
14. Provide brief student interventions to improve social/emotional development,
alleviate situational stressors and assist with academic difficulties.
15. Conduct screenings to determine if other interventions may be appropriate.
16. Intervene with students and consult with parents, staff, and other outside agencies
when students evidence suicidal ideation, gesturing or attempts.
17. Maintain knowledge of current law and practice relative to special education/504
due process procedures.
18. Assure compliance with due process procedures from referral through placement.
19. Chair IEP/Child Study meetings and complete IEP/Child Study report and other
associated paperwork.
20. Provide in service to staff addressing current due process requirements and
practices.
21. Remain free of any alcohol or illegal substance in the workplace throughout
employment in the District.
22. Serve as a positive role model for students in how to conduct themselves as
citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings. Responsible for helping to
instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic
values.
QUALIFICATIONS
 Wisconsin DPI License as School Psychologist
EDUCATION/CREDENTAILS
 School Psychology License required
EXPERIENCE
 Experience in the field of school psychology
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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Understanding of child development
Flexible
Reflective practitioner who is able to implement modifications
Ability to evaluate educational materials for validity, liability, and appropriateness
Good organization and accuracy skills
Strong written and oral communication skills; good listener
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate to others including students, parents,
coaches, officials, teachers, and administrators
 Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
 Ability to maintain confidentiality
 Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
 Stable personality, not easily upset by the ripples of events
 Ability to be resourceful and problem solve
 Ability to effectively & efficiently defuse tense situations
 Ability to accept constructive criticism
 Strong sense of personal and professional ethics
 Ability to present a pro-active and positive image of the school, students, staff,
programs, and traditions of the school and community
 Ability to short-and long-term plan
 Attend work on a consistent basis; punctual
 Willingness to continue education
 Ability to work well under pressure/stress
 Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
 Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing,
spreadsheets, presentation, and database software
 Friendly and pleasant manner
 Ability to work well with others
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Walking…………………………………………………………….……..Occasionally
Sitting/Standing……………………………………………………………..Frequently
Climbing…………………………………………………………………..Occasionally
Crawling/Kneeling…………………………………………………….….Occasionally
Bending/Stooping/Crouching…………………………………………….Occasionally
Twisting/Turning…………………………………………………………Occasionally
Repetitive movement……………………………………………………..Occasionally
Reaching at/above/below shoulder height ……………………………….Occasionally
Pulling/Pushing 0 to over 50 pounds……………………………………..Occasionally
Lifting 0 to over 50 pounds………………………………………………Occasionally
Carrying 0 to 50 pounds………………………………………………… Occasionally
 Visual acuity to prepare and read data reports
 Communication with staff and the community; hearing must be within the range of
normal human conversation and must have good verbal communication skills
 Computer input; manual dexterity for operating computer equipment and other office
equipment
WORK ENVIRONMENT
 High level of activity and fast-paced environment
 Travel between District buildings
 Exposed to noise of computers, phones, and people talking
 Subject to constant interruptions
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be
required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the
specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or
in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees
under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be
held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of difficulty.