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Job Title: School-Based PsychologistCompany: Strides Therapy & Educational ServicesLocation: Mechanicsville, MDSchool District: St. Mary's County Public SchoolsJob Type: Full-timeRate: $65 W2 per hourStrides offers a comprehensive benefits package that adds additional compensation! Please see below for further details!Sponsorship: NoReferral Bonus: $500 referral bonus for each employee referredAbout the Company:Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading local provider of educational and therapeutic services, dedicated to enhancing the lives of students through high-quality support and intervention.We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic School Psychologist to join our team in St. Mary's County Public Schools. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' academic, social, and emotional success within the school setting.Job Description:Strides Therapy & Educational Services is partnering with St. Mary's County Public Schools to find a dedicated School Psychologist to join their team.We are seeking a dedicated, empathetic, and experienced in-person School Psychologist to join our team on a contract basis. As a School Psychologist, you will provide comprehensive psychological services to students, collaborate with educators and families, and contribute to fostering a healthy learning environment. You will work in a school setting, offering evaluation, consultation, intervention, and prevention services that support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being.Additional Details:Expected Hours: 35 hours per weekWorkplace Setting: In-person schoolNumber of Hires: 1Provide support for students of varying ages and ability levels depending on district need.Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and assessments to determine students' cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.Determine eligibility for special education services as part of a multidisciplinary team.Develop and contribute to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans.Consult and collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and related service providers.Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and social-emotional support as needed.Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and inform instructional strategies.Maintain accurate documentation and complete reports in a timely manner.Stay current with best practices and developments in school psychology.Qualifications:Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from a NASP-approved/accredited programCurrent Maryland School Psychologist License or eligibility to obtain one through MSDE.Prefer experience working as a School Psychologist in a school setting.Prefer knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations.Strong skills in psychological testing, counseling, and intervention techniques.Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.Commitment to cultural competence and diversity.Passion for working with children and adolescents in educational settings.Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing needsFull-time Benefits Include:Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) with employer contribution towards monthly premium for qualifying plans401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 %, and 5% (also a part-time benefit)Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)State Licensure ReimbursementNational Certification StipendCEU Platform ReimbursementGroup professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)Dedicated Educational Services Manager for 1:1 support (also a part-time benefit)Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)Please contact Dana Morgan for more information and additional details.EMAIL:
[email protected]: 443-247-5517
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