Psychologist

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is inviting applications for the following position: Psychologist Location: Office of Student Support Services General Responsibilities: Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school personnel to improve classroom management strategies or parenting skills; address mental health issues; assess, identify and work with students with disabilities or gifted and talented students; and improve teaching and learning strategies for all students. Coordinate and facilitate the needs of students and the school district including evaluation, counseling, consultation, crisis intervention, threat and risk assessment, staff development, research, educational planning and coordination with outside agencies. Maintain case records on all referred students. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of psychological theory and practice including assessment and test theory, diagnostic categories, personality assessment, learning disabilities, statistics, and counseling theories; knowledge of and adherence to legal procedures as contained in local, state, and federal policies governing special education, including IDEA laws and guidelines; knowledge of and adherence to professional and ethical standards of the American Psychological Association and the National Association of School Psychologists; knowledge of counseling techniques, behavioral management techniques, classroom instructional interventions, and parent training strategies. Education & Experience: Master's Degree in School Psychology. Completion of one year school-psychology internship. Eligibility for endorsement as a school psychologist through the Department of Education.