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Position Type: Student Support Services/PsychologistDate Posted: 12/9/2025Location: Student Support ServicesClosing Date: 04/27/2026THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTYPOSITION TITLE: School PsychologistASSIGNMENT: School PsychologistMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree from an accredited educational institution as determined by the Florida Department of EducationCertified as a School Psychologist and appropriate licensure by the State of FloridaInternship in a school setting preferredPhysical Requirements: Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objectsADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:None exist at this timePRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Participates in needs assessment activities, planning and development of intervention programs, and/or service to studentsParticipates in Child Study/Collaborative Problem Solving, eligibility, and IEP committees, as assigned, to help meet the needs of identified studentsEstablishes long and short range plans designed specifically to support the district exceptional student education planSelects, develops, or modifies psychological assessment materials which identify learning needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic background, learning styles, and special needsPlans and prepares intervention strategies for parents and teachers that are effective and contributes to a climate where students become engaged in meaningful learning experiences.Assists schools and the district in preparing for changing curriculum and service needsMaintains and prepares periodic records as requiredImplements and coordinates school-wide and district-wide psychological services and activitiesManages time efficientlyManages materials and equipment effectivelyAssists in early identification of students school-related problemsConducts valid psychological and psycho-educational assessments according to professional standards and prepares reports of these services within time limits established by administrative rule or other controlling regulationsAnalyzes and interprets information to make diagnoses and recommendations regarding needs for servicesEvaluates school psychological servicesProvides follow-up conferences with parents and teachers to interpret and develop alternative instructional strategies for students of special needSeeks out new data sources which will provide evidence of student growth and/or the identification of developmental needs and share these findings with principals and other instructional leadersConducts a comprehensive follow-up with tested students to determine the effectiveness and implementation levels of recommendationsSuggests realistic and effective intervention strategies for teachers to use with studentsWorks effectively with students, parents, colleagues, community agencies, and staffDemonstrates knowledge and understanding of a broad curriculum baseUses a variety of strategies to formulate recommendations appropriate for students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needsSpecializes in recognizing overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actionsProvides direct observation and/or crisis intervention services as necessary and/or requestedConsults with parents, other school staff, and teachers about ways to facilitate the learning and adjustment of studentsUses effective consultative behaviorsInterprets educational policies, programs, and procedures related to psychological servicesEnlists the cooperation of parents in examining the family situation and together assess the strength and problem areasConducts in-service training for faculty and staffDemonstrates professional growth and continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skillsAssists others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of psychological servicesConducts a personal assessment periodically to determine professional growth needs either reference to the specific instructional assignment and district programsParticipates in district sponsored staff development programsActs in a professional and ethical manner and adheres at all times to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional ConductPerforms and fulfills professional responsibilitiesSupports district and local school improvement initiatives, services, and programsContributes to the overall district and school mission by supporting various school committees and servicesShares experience and new learning by mentoring colleaguesConducts psychological services program in a manner which ensures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classificationPerforms other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this positionADDITIONAL DUTIES:Other duties as assigned by supervising administratorTERM: Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting processAPPRAISAL:Performance will be appraised annually by school administration in accordance with School Board policies and proceduresPAY GRADE:According to the School Board of Highlands County Instructional Salary ScheduleNON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENTExcept as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.Board approved October 1998Modified 9/2005APA Approved 7/28/2015Modified 01/2013Reformatted 10/2015Modified 8/20/2021GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the jobAbility to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general publicHabits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environmentWillingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settingsAbility to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writingAbility to understand and follow written and oral directionsAbility to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasksWillingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functionsDemonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunityWillingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of serviceReasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.To request accommodations, please contact:Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources426 School StreetSebring, FL INFORMATION: