Job Description
Glendale Elementary School District
School Psychologist
Purpose Statement
The job of School Psychologist is done for the purpose/s of assisting students who experience cognitive,
adaptive, academic and social emotional difficulties which impact their ability to access the general
educational curriculum. The school psychologist work closely with teachers, administrators, support staff
and parents/guardians to assist in the development of educational supports. The school psychologist
provides leadership to the special education team at the school level.
Other Functions
Administers standardized and/or supplemental assessments for the purpose of measuring the
intellectual, adaptive, academic, social and emotional development of children.
Assesses students' functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment for the purpose of
determining student's functional level and developing recommendations and/or placement.
Communicates with students and/or parents with teachers and/or other personnel for the purpose of
evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts.
Compiles information from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, nurse, probation officer, mental health
agencies, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of producing a comprehensive evaluation report in
compliance with established guidelines.
Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of
providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
Coordinates with community agencies including medical, judicial, social service and mental health
services for the purpose of determining appropriate treatments, etc. to meet the needs of specific
students.
Counsels students, parents and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
Develops behavior plans, curriculum modifications, etc. for the purpose of implementing treatment
programs.
Facilitates meetings, processes, etc. for the purpose of meeting curriculum guidelines and/or ensuring
that state mandates are achieved.
Implements school wide program development and program evaluation (e.g. crisis intervention services,
etc.) for the purpose of ensuring effective programs to assist children who experience physical, mental,
social or emotional difficulties.
Interpret evaluation results for the purpose of determining eligibility for special education services in
compliance with state and federal regulations.
Intervenes in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students for the purpose of assisting students in
modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or
gathering information required to perform functions.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the work unit.
School Psychologist
