Mechanicville City School District
School Psychologist
Mechanicville City School District, Mechanicville, New York, United States
Position Title: School Psychologist- Elementary School
Reports To: Director of Student Support Services / Building Principal
Work Year: 10-month (with possible summer responsibilities)
Certification: NYS Permanent or Provisional Certification as a School Psychologis t
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assessment and Evaluation
Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations (cognitive, academic, social-emotional, behavioral, adaptive) for initial and reevaluations in accordance with IDEA and NYSED regulations.
Prepare clear, legally compliant evaluation reports with recommendations tailored to student needs.
Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and contribute to Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Consultation and Collaboration
Consult with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and parents regarding student performance, interventions, and academic/behavioral supports.
Serve as a key member of the CSE, MTSS, and building-based support teams.
Participate in developing IEPs and 504 Plans, ensuring goals and supports are data-driven and appropriate.
Intervention and Support
Provide individual or group counseling for students with social-emotional, behavioral, or mental-health needs.
Develop and assist in implementing evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions within an MTSS/RTI framework.
Support crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning in collaboration with district personnel.
Deliver preventive programs related to social-emotional learning, executive functioning, school climate, and mental health awareness.
Compliance and Documentation
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with NYSED regulations, FERPA, and district policies.
Complete CSE/504 paperwork, progress notes, and parent communications according to required timelines.
Professional Responsibilities
Collaborate with community agencies and provide referrals when appropriate.
Support the development of safe, inclusive, and trauma-sensitive school environments.
Required:
NYS Certification as a School Psychologist (Provisional or Permanent).
Master’s Degree or higher in School Psychology from an accredited program.
Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and NYSED Part 200 regulations.
Preferred:
Experience in a public-school setting.
Familiarity with MTSS/RTI frameworks.
Training in crisis response or therapeutic interventions.
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Duties and Responsibilities:
Assessment and Evaluation
Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations (cognitive, academic, social-emotional, behavioral, adaptive) for initial and reevaluations in accordance with IDEA and NYSED regulations.
Prepare clear, legally compliant evaluation reports with recommendations tailored to student needs.
Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and contribute to Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Consultation and Collaboration
Consult with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and parents regarding student performance, interventions, and academic/behavioral supports.
Serve as a key member of the CSE, MTSS, and building-based support teams.
Participate in developing IEPs and 504 Plans, ensuring goals and supports are data-driven and appropriate.
Intervention and Support
Provide individual or group counseling for students with social-emotional, behavioral, or mental-health needs.
Develop and assist in implementing evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions within an MTSS/RTI framework.
Support crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning in collaboration with district personnel.
Deliver preventive programs related to social-emotional learning, executive functioning, school climate, and mental health awareness.
Compliance and Documentation
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with NYSED regulations, FERPA, and district policies.
Complete CSE/504 paperwork, progress notes, and parent communications according to required timelines.
Professional Responsibilities
Collaborate with community agencies and provide referrals when appropriate.
Support the development of safe, inclusive, and trauma-sensitive school environments.
Required:
NYS Certification as a School Psychologist (Provisional or Permanent).
Master’s Degree or higher in School Psychology from an accredited program.
Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and NYSED Part 200 regulations.
Preferred:
Experience in a public-school setting.
Familiarity with MTSS/RTI frameworks.
Training in crisis response or therapeutic interventions.
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