PSYCHOLOGIST

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation’s third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.

BASIC OBJECTIVES

The school psychologist functions as a member of the total educational team. The psychologist brings to the team specialized knowledge and skills related to learning processes, techniques of assessment of learning and social adjustment, research design, and modification of behaviors.

JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1.  Assessment and Diagnosis: Completes a thorough psychological evaluation of each child referred to him/her. This evaluation may include the following tasks:

     - Observation of children in a classroom setting.

     - Administration of individual tests of intellectual aptitudes and academic achievement; tests that identify special aptitudes of mental process skills; and tests and inventories that measure emotional, social, and

     behavioral characteristics, and personality adjustment.

     - Interpret and integrate evaluation data and write comprehensive educationally relevant psychological reports.

 2.  Consultation: Use a consultation model in Child Study Team and staffing conferences which includes:

      - Consulting with teachers, student support personnel, administrators, parents, and other appropriate personnel regarding specific case referrals and provide recommendations for alternative strategies.

      - Design and/or provide teacher inservice training in such areas as classroom management, learning disabilities, etc.

      - Act as referral agents to school personnel, agencies, and parents.

3.  Counseling/Behavior Management: Use psychological techniques and learning principles to improve communication, socialization, adjustment, adaptations, and achievement by providing short-term counseling

     for students and assistance in developing behavior management programs for teachers.

4.  Research: Plan and/or participate in educational research aimed at improving instructional programs.

5.  Professional Development: Attend inservice meetings and conferences to enhance professional skills and aptitudes.

6.  Other Responsibilities: Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor, Region Director for ESE, or the supervisor of Psychological Services.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This work requires the following physical activities: climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The work is performed primarily indoors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

1.  Current certification or evidence of certifiability in School Psychology by the State of Florida.

2.  Demonstration of good writing skills.

3.  Demonstration of ability to work cooperatively with others.

4.  Demonstrate a working knowledge of duties to be assigned.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

To create your candidate profile, you will need to gather the following:

• Personal information 
• Current resume and work history
• Certification information
  • For certification information, please visit https://www.hrdadeschools.net/certification/

• Official SEALED transcripts must be submitted to M-DCPS via one of the following: 
  • U.S. Mail addressed to:

Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Transcript Desk,

1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 150

Miami, FL 33132

• • Electronic Mail to: PersRecords@dadeschools.net
    • You must use National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or eScrip-Safe to request an electronic transcript via email. Please note that not all colleges/universities participate in the electronic transcript exchange.

• Two professional references:
  • Uploaded References must be on a letterhead OR on the District’s Reference Form (Printing T:\FORMS\3000\3506.FRP (dadeschools.net), have an original signature, and be dated within the last year from current or past supervisors or college professors.

Starting Salary: $53,053.00*

*(includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,003)

New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.

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We are an equal opportunity employer.