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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Educational Psychologist to join our team and support the academic, social, and emotional development of students across various educational settings. As an Educational Psychologist, you will work closely with teachers, parents, and school administrators to assess student needs, develop intervention strategies, and promote a positive learning environment. Your role will involve conducting psychological assessments, providing counseling, and implementing evidence-based practices to enhance student outcomes.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, and a passion for helping students overcome learning and behavioral challenges. You will be expected to stay current with the latest research in educational psychology and apply this knowledge to support students with diverse needs, including those with learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, and behavioral issues.
In this role, you will also contribute to the development of school-wide policies and programs that foster inclusive education and mental well-being. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and evaluate interventions, provide professional development for educators, and advocate for students' psychological and educational needs.
This position requires a high level of empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity, as well as the ability to work effectively in dynamic and sometimes challenging environments. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students and are committed to promoting equity and access in education, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Provide counseling and support to students facing emotional or behavioral challenges.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student development.
- Design and evaluate intervention strategies to improve learning outcomes.
- Promote inclusive education practices and mental health awareness.
- Deliver training and workshops for educators and staff.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
- Stay updated on current research and best practices in educational psychology.
- Advocate for students' psychological and educational needs.
Requirements
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- State licensure or certification as a school psychologist.
- Experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings.
- Strong understanding of psychological assessment tools and techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of special education laws and practices.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with students in educational settings?
- How do you approach conducting psychological assessments?
- Describe a time you developed a successful intervention plan.
- How do you collaborate with teachers and parents?
- What strategies do you use to support students with behavioral challenges?
- How do you stay current with developments in educational psychology?
- What is your experience with IEP development and implementation?
- How do you handle confidential student information?
- Describe your approach to promoting inclusive education.
- Why are you interested in this role?
