School Psychologist

Summary About the Position: This is a Full-Time/Seasonal 0403 School Psychologist position for Sigonella Middle/High School, located in Sigonella, Italy. Federal employees in Sigonella, Italy are currently entitled to receive a 25% Post Allowance (COLA) in addition to the base salary. Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA), as one of only two Federally-operated school systems, is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and managing prekindergarten through 12th grade educational programs on behalf of the Department of War (DoW). DoWEA is globally positioned, operating 160 accredited schools in 8 districts located in 11 foreign countries, 7 states, Guam, and Puerto Rico. DoWEA employs approximately 15,000 employees who serve more than 72,000 children of active duty military and DoW civilian families. DoWEA is committed to ensuring that all school-aged children of military families are provided a world-class education that prepares them for postsecondary education and/or career success and to be leading contributors in their communities as well as in our 21st century globalized society.Major Duties: Provide services of school psychologist to a school or school complex where such services are required because of education programs for exceptional children and/or unique school and/or community programs for families and students. Assist in developing, implementing, or consulting with school-wide prevention/intervention programs (i.e., conflict resolution, social skills, anti-bullying programs, etc.) that foster a positive and safe school climate. Consult with teachers and other school staff members on strategies for working with students presenting academic, social or behavioral concerns. Participate in conferences with school staff members regarding behavioral characteristics and issues of students/families, and psychological factors of the school environment. Evaluate the results of individual psychological measurements (including intellectual/cognitive, social, achievement, and personality) for a variety of audiences and provide recommendations for interventions strategies based on the results. Provide counseling services individually and/or in groups on issues such as academic success, developing social skills, anger management, stress management, and behavioral control.