School Psychologist (Effective 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR)

SUMMARY
Practice of psychology in an educational setting, including exceptional education students for the Tucson Unified School District.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Masters Degree in Psychology or related field.
Valid State of Arizona School Psychologist Certificate
Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
Knowledge of P.L. 94-242, Education of the disabled/handicapped, State Board of Education rules and regulations, and TUSD Exception Education placement guidelines.
Strong psychometric background including an understanding of both normative, criterion-based and informal evaluations.
Knowledge of the evaluation of the physically and sensory impaired students.
Ability to administer personality assessment.
Understanding of child development, learning disorders, behavioral management and personality theory.
Ability to impart complex psychological data to others, parents, teachers, etc. in a meaningful way.
Ability to write instructional objectives.
Sensitivity to cultural linguistic differences.
Knowledge of K-12 and Exceptional Education curricula.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS-Provider ID Number.

Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)

MVReport - showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees

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