School Psychologist, Coventry Public Schools


Position:
School Psychologist

Job ID:
6407

County:
EASTCONN


Posted:
November 08, 2024




Contact Information:
Coventry Public Schools
1700 Main Street
Coventry, CT 06238
District Website

Contact:
Human Resources
Phone: (860) 742-7317
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

Location:
  G. H. Robertson School

Date Available:
  01/02/2025

Grades 3-5
FTE: 1.0

Coventry Public Schools has an opening for a full-time school psychologist.  Responsibilities will include:
Conduct psychological assessments within the cognitive, social-emotional, behavioral and adaptive and academic domains
Participate in Planning and Placement Team, Section 504 and Instructional Leadership Team meetings as needed
Develop, implement, and assess progress of IEP goals based on present levels of performance
Provide direct individual and small group counseling services and social skills groups
Provide consultation to teachers, related services staff and student support staff to facilitate student success across educational settings
Provide family support for students' needs through referrals to community resources and ongoing communication with parents and community-based professionals
Facilitate and support school climate, school culture and positive behavior initiatives
Provide individual, building, and district crisis management services and support
Provide in-service training related to behavior management, social skills development, and student-centered learning, organization, and work completion strategies

Qualifications: CT Educator 070 Certification Required



Other:

Application Procedure: Please Apply Online: http://applitrack.com/coventry/onlineapp
Applicant must submit the following items:
Completed application
Cover Letter specifying the position for which you are applying
Resume
Three recent letters of reference 
Unofficial school transcripts
Copies of certifications held