School Psychologist at Nassau County School District, Florida in Fernandina Beach, FL

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INSTRUCTIONAL VACANCY POSTING FOR 2026-2027 POSTING PERIOD: APRIL 29, 2026 UNTIL FILLED TO: All Interested Applicants FROM: Human Resources Department DATE: April 29, 2026 SUBJECT: Instructional Vacancy The following instructional vacancy is listed in the Human Resources Department for the 2026-2027 school year. You must have an application on file in the Human Resources Department to apply for a position. Please visit the Applicant Tracking website at https://www.applitrack.com/nassau/onlineapp/ . Internal applicants must present a valid Transfer Request Form. POSITION: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST Applicant Tracking Job ID 3836 WORK YEAR: 196 Days (10-Months) CONTACT: Patricia Kelly, Director (904) 491-9880 Rosalina Stelma, Coordinator (904) 491-9880 QUALIFICATIONS: (1) Specialists or higher degree with a major in school psychology or Master's Degree or higher with sixty (60) semester hours of graduate credit in school psychology. (2) Hold or be eligible for certification by the State of Florida as School Psychologist. (3) Successful experience as a school psychologist preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of child growth and development; tests and measurement theory and foundations; and of community resources and services available for student assistance. Ability to conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations of students; to verbally communicate and consult effectively with parents, school personnel, and the public; to communicate results of evaluation findings in written reports and correspondence; to assist students, parents, and school personnel in the resolution of problems in student learning, behavior and mental health; and ability to interact successfully with parents, school personnel, and administrators. Skills in communicating effectively, both in written and oral contexts. Skill and ability to apply and interpret federal, state, and local laws and policies governing the provision of educational services to students with disabilities. Knowledge of laws and rules relating to education and other services for persons with disabilities. REPORTS TO: Director, Exceptional Student Education JOB GOAL To improve the academic achievement, behavioral / social skills, and emotional well-being of all students through either direct contact with students or through testing and consultations with other professionals. PLANNING / PREPARATION Participate in needs assessment activities, planning and development of interventions, programs, and/or service to students. Participate in Child Study, Eligibility, and IEP committees to help meet the needs of identified students. Establish long and short range plans designed specifically to support the District Exceptional Student Educational Plan. Select, develop, or modify psychological assessment materials which identify learning needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. Plan and prepare intervention strategies for parents and teachers that are effective and contribute to a climate where students become engaged in meaningful learning experiences. Assist in preparing or changing curriculum needs and continuous growth. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT Maintain and prepare periodic records as required. Implement and coordinate School-wide and District-wide psychological services and activities. Manage time efficiently. Use appropriate intervention and integration of services techniques. Manage materials and equipment effectively. ASSESSMENT / MANAGEMENT Assist in early identification of students' school-related problems. Conduct valid psychological and psycho-educational assessments according to professional standards. Analyze and interpret information to make diagnoses and recommendations regarding needs for services. Seek out new data sources which will provide evidence of student growth and/or the identification of developmental needs. Share these findings with principals and other instructional leaders. INTERVENTION / DIRE