School Educational Psychologist - London, United Kingdom - The American School in London

The American School in London

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

K-6 Educational Psychologist Leave Replacement

Reports to:
K-12 Director of Student Support Services

Hours:
Fulltime or Part Time options

Start date:
ASAP until June 2023

Salary range:
Competitive rates apply

Remote or onsite

Overall purpose:

The Educational Psychologist is an integral member of the Student Support Services Team within both the Lower School and Middle School.

The leave Replacement role will focus on supporting members of the Student Support Team and providing consultation to parents and faculty.

Major Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Lower and Middle School Student Support teams regarding students with learning, social, health, and mental health issues during weekly SSST meetings,
Consult with outside referral sources, determining with the SSST, counseling team, principals, and/or assistant principals when an outside referral is warranted or appropriate
Consult with the Lower School and Middle School administrators and teachers to support student growth and progress
Consult with Middle/High School Educational Psychologist to ensure alignment of practice
Exhibit and integrate the knowledge of current best practices, trends, pedagogy, research, and topics of importance in everyday practice.
Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children
Participate actively in the life of the school community
Assume other duties/responsibilities that fall within the expectation of an educational psychologist as requested

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

MA + 30 or equivalent in educational psychology, clinical or neuropsychology
Registered with the UK Health and Care Professions Council
Member of the British Psychological Society
National certification as a School Psychologist if a US citizen
Training and expertise in specific areas including ADHD, mild specific learning disabilities, literacy acquisition, health and wellbeing, executive functioning

Essential Skills

Professional and confidential approach to working with students and families; working knowledge of ethical practices
Welldeveloped oral and written communication skills
Desire and preference to work in a teamfocused community environment
Strong organizational and prioritization skills

This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary.

Diversity and equality of opportunity are cornerstone values of The American School in London. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law. Read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement here
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Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 3 months

Salary:
£37,570.00-£95,823.00 per year

Benefits: