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Occupation information matching elementary school teachers
19-3034.00   School Psychologists

O*NET SOC Title
School Psychologists
Lay Titles
Elementary School Psychologist
School Counselor
School Psychological Examiner
School Psychologist
School Psychologist Assistant
School Psychology Licensed Specialist
School Psychology Specialist
School Psychometrist
Area School Psychologist
Bilingual School Psychologist
Certified School Psychologist
Contract School Psychologist
Early Intervention School Psychologist
K-12 School Psychologist
Preliminary School Psychologist
Teletherapy School Psychologist
O*NET SOC Description
Diagnose and implement individual or schoolwide interventions or strategies to address educational, behavioral, or developmental issues that adversely impact educational functioning in a school. May address student learning and behavioral problems and counsel students or families. May design and implement performance plans, and evaluate performance. May consult with other school-based personnel.
O*NET SOC Tasks
Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.
Attend workshops, seminars, or professional meetings to remain informed of new developments in school psychology.
Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.
Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.
Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.
Initiate and direct efforts to foster tolerance, understanding, and appreciation of diversity in school communities.
Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.
Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.
Provide educational programs on topics such as classroom management, teaching strategies, or parenting skills.
Serve as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss.
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