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Madison County Public Schools is seeking a School Psychologist. The successful applicant should possess intellectual depth and breadth, a strong work ethic, communication and leadership skills, noteworthy educational and leadership experience, and an appreciation of innovative practice. The candidate must also inspire the school community through visualizing new possibilities for a global education in an environment of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. This person will collaborate with teachers, division leadership, and other stakeholders to maintain a mentally healthy educational environment and provide students with 21st-century psychological, social, and educational resources.

Required Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience providing students with high-quality experiences for a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Experience conducting observations and designing instructional and behavioral plans.
• Strong professional and ethical characteristics as identified by NASP.
• Masters Degree and endorsement as a School Psychologist.
• Understanding of social networking, online interactions, and current trends in student social networking.
• Mastery of psychological, socio-cultural, and educational testing practices and methods.
• Ability to recommend innovative intervention methods, resources, and high-impact practices.
• Ability to lead discussions, meetings, and guide group consensus for various demographics.
• Knowledge of Virginia Assessment Systems, practices, protocols, and instructional technology.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervision and implementation of psychological assessments, FBAs, BIPs, and other screenings/evaluations.
• Collaborate with teachers to utilize current student counseling practices.
• Serve on the County Crisis team; coordinate crisis plans with building-level administration.
• Evaluate and recommend intervention strategies, resources, and support services.
• Partner with administrators to coordinate mental health standards, intervention programs, and curriculum responses.
• Analyze data to identify strengths and areas for improvement, recommending enhancements.
• Improve school climate and student well-being.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Salary Range: $65,633 - $79,862 depending on experience. This is a 10-month/200-day contract.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Start Date: August 1, 2024.

Application Procedure: Submit an online application via www2.madisonschools.k12.va.us.

Equal Opportunity Employer.