School Psychologist (195) - WFDS, WES, AVHS, DAHS

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education

School Psychologist (195) - WFDS, WES, AVHS, DAHS

1.00 FTE

Vacant

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Nova Scotia Teachers' Provincial Agreement.

Closing Date: Midnight, July 31st, 2025

Reporting to the Coordinator of Student Services, the School Psychologist will provide psycho-educational and diagnostic services for students in the AVRCE. The School Psychologist will be a member of a team working together to develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive program plans for these students. The School Psychologist will provide specific services in such areas as:

1. Psycho-educational, social, emotional and behavioral assessments;
2. Facilitate transition plans for students;
3. Support the inclusion of students with challenging academic, behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs for grades P-12;
4. Facilitate professional development for AVRCE staff;
5. Support staff to address children and youth with chronic school refusal;
6. Participate in a multidisciplinary team on a variety of projects relevant to student(s) mental health, including liaison with outside agencies and professionals;
7. Support program planning for students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs including adaptations and individual program planning (IPP) procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Masters in School Psychology;
2. A valid Nova Scotia driver’s license;
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Participate on school teams: Student Planning Teams and Teaching Support Teams, contributing in various ways including the provision of assessment information, direct demonstration of recommendations with the student, collaboration with teachers on in-class, evidence-based Tier 1 strategies, consultation with families and teachers, and the provision of professional development for school/regional staff;
2. Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of complex behaviour plans for individuals and groups of students;
3. A thorough knowledge and application of Inclusion and MTSS structures, providing support to teachers and students at all 3 tiers using evidence-based practices;
4. Familiarity with, and/or experience working in multi-disciplinary programs for children and youth with behavioral and mental health needs;
5. Computer literacy required with demonstrated skills in the application of assistive technology;
6. Excellent team building, communication and interpersonal skills/abilities;
7. Well-developed decision-making and creative problem-solving abilities;
8. Knowledge and/or experience in the development of individual program plans for students with challenging academic, behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs;
9. Familiarity with EECD documents – Inclusive Education Policy, Special Education Policy, Transition Planning in Nova Scotia, Code of Conduct, Teacher Assistant Guidelines.