School Psychology Webpage
Overview
School psychologists provide a variety of professional services to the students. Their
training in the areas of psychology and education enable them to assist school teams
in improving the interpersonal and educational performance of all students. The
overarching goal of the psychological services program is to increase student
capacity to overcome academic, personal, and social problems that hinder their
attainment of educational success and a satisfying and productive life. School
psychologists play a critical role in supporting the attainment of the goals of local
school systems and help to ensure that all students possess the capacity to become
well-adjusted contributing members of society. The psychological services program
recognizes the importance of diversity and acknowledges that individual differences
strengthen both school operations and society in general.
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School psychology local points of contact
Employment in Maryland
What the Maryland State Department of Education Specialist in School Psychology
does.
The specialist for school psychology at the Maryland State Department of Education
services many groups. He is responsible for providing consultative services, technical
assistance, training and program monitoring to Maryland State Department of
Education personnel, local school systems, professional associations, university
programs and family members.
Employment Opportunities in Maryland
Maryland has many immediate openings in school psychology around the state.
Salaries are competitive with other states. Maryland is unique as each county is it's
own district. There are a wide variety of districts ranging from very urban to very
rural. The state borders Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware and
Washington, DC It is famous for it's beaches, mountains, ski areas, cultural
opportunities, diversity, educational excellence, and proximity to DC and New York
City.
In addition Maryland is currently exploring a re-specialization program in which
psychologist who have clinical or developmental training are employed as provisional
school psychologists while they pursue becoming fully qualified as school
psychologists. Maryland offers certification as a school psychology as well as a school
psychometrist.
If you are interested in exploring professional opportunities in Maryland, or would
like information on certification as a school psychologist please contact Mr. Robert
Hull,
Specialist in School Psychology, Maryland State Department of Education by
calling 410-767-4420 or email at: rhull@msde.state.md.us
Weblinks
National Association of School Psychologists
http://www.naspweb.org/
American Psychological Association
http://www.apa.org/
School Based Mental Health Centers
http://csmha.umaryland.edu/
http://www.muohio.edu/csbmhp/welcome.html
Dr. Macs Amazing Behavior Management
http://www.behavioradvisor.com/
Maryland School Psychology Association
http://www.inform.umd.edu/mdk-12/homepage/mspa/