Occupation
School Psychologists
Diagnose and implement individual or schoolwide interventions or strategies to address educational, behavioral, or developmental issues that adversely impact educational functioning in a school. May address student learning and behavioral problems and counsel students or families. May design and implement performance plans, and evaluate performance. May consult with other school-based personnel.
$95,990 medianBelow-avg outlookGraduate degree
O*NET 31.0 · 19-3034.00
A typical week, in the words of people in the job
- 01Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
- 02Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.
- 03Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.
- 04Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.
- 05Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.
- 06Select, administer, and score psychological tests.
- 07Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.
- 08Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and other services, such as behavioral management systems.
- 09Initiate and direct efforts to foster tolerance, understanding, and appreciation of diversity in school communities.
- 10Promote an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.
- 11Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.
- 12Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.
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What the posting will be called
Bilingual School PsychologistEarly Intervention School PsychologistSchool NeuropsychologistSchool PsychometristAutism ConsultantChallenging Behavior ConsultantEducational Diagnostician
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Knowledge the job leans on
PsychologyTherapy and CounselingEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceSociology and AnthropologyLaw and GovernmentAdministrative
Skills that carry over from service
Social PerceptivenessComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingService OrientationCoordinationNegotiationPersuasionTime Management