Psychologist Special Education at Detroit Enterprise Academy

School Information

Located in Detroit, MI, Detroit Enterprise Academy opened in 2005 and serves 750+ K-8 students every year. At Detroit Enterprise, you can connect purpose with passion.

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Why Choose Detroit Enterprise Academy

• Starting pay above market scales.

• Competitive benefits at affordable rates.

• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.

• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.

• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.

• Personalized development and coaching opportunities

• Utilizes the Dean support model.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret a wide range of standardized assessment instruments to evaluate cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral functioning. Guide and support staff in administering achievement tests as needed.

• Conduct comprehensive psychological and psycho-educational evaluations to inform eligibility determinations and intervention planning.

• Develop and implement evidence-based interventions and instructional supports to assist in developing students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills.

• Assist in the development, writing, and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with school staff to ensure goals are meaningful and achievable.

• Provide direct counseling services to students and consult with families, offering guidance and connecting them with additional resources when necessary.

• Participate in the IEP and Section 504 processes, providing input on assessment results, intervention strategies, and student progress.

• Support the implementation of systematic intervention by assisting with data collection, progress monitoring, and intervention planning.

• Conduct risk assessments for students experiencing emotional or behavioral crises and collaborate with school teams to ensure appropriate interventions and supports.

• Provide training and professional development to school staff on topics such as behavior management, trauma-informed practices, and mental health awareness.

• Support school-wide initiatives that promote a positive school climate.

• Maintain an accurate record of student caseload requirements and update the Administrator over SE on any changes.

• Maintain a detailed schedule and service logs and track student progress toward intervention goals.

• Demonstrate professionalism in handling confidential matters and materials.

• Pursue ongoing professional development to stay informed about current practices and research in school psychology.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must hold valid licensure for the state they are working in.

• Colorado: School Psychologist Special Services license issued by the Colorado Department of Education.

• Georgia: Georgia Professional Standards Commission certificate with the School Psychology Service Field endorsement based on completion of a state-approved certification preparation program in School Psychology at the specialist degree level or higher.

• Indiana: School Psychologist license from both the Indiana Department of Education and the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency.

• Louisiana: Provisional, Level B, Level A, or Supervisor School Psychologist license issued by the Louisiana Department of Education.

• Michigan: Michigan School Psychologist certificate or Preliminary School Psychologist certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education.

• New York: Psychologist license issued by the New York State Education Department.

• North Carolina: School Psychologist license issued by the North Carolina Department of Education.

• Ohio: Ohio State Board approved School Psychologist license and Ohio Department of Education Pupil Services license with the School Psychologist endorsement.

• Wisconsin: Pupil Services license in School Psychology issued by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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