Job Description
Job Code:
8501003 Job Family/Function: 85 – Psychologists and Therapists\Psychologists FLSA: Exempt Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Teacher Pay Grade: MNPS.201_ Duration (days/year): 201 Locations(s): Support HubWe Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary:
MNPS school psychologists are members of school teams that promote prevention and early intervention through multi-tiered systems of support. Their unique training makes them qualified to support schools in systems change, data based decision making and effective practices in the areas of academics, social-emotional learning and behavior. They have a strong skill set in collaboration with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community.
What you will do:
Strong understanding of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for the purpose of interpreting the data, supporting equitable access to core instruction, aligning increasingly intensive interventions to a student's individual need(s) and determining eligibility for exceptional educational services using the state of TN criteria. Coordinate, facilitate and support school staff with the implementation of MTSS ensuring effective practices to assist students who experience academic, social and emotional difficulties. Collaborate with other specialists (e.g., literacy specialists, behavioral analysts, occupational and physical therapists, counselors, speech-language pathologist, etc.) for the purpose of creating and delivering effective, evidence based supports to students. Administer assessments for the purpose of measuring the cognitive, academic, adaptive, social and emotional development of students and/or determining eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate with other staff with aligning academic, social-emotional and behavioral interventions as well as supporting teams with continuous monitoring systems. Compiles information from a variety of sources (i.e., administrators, teachers, nurses, parents, teachers, SLP) for the purpose of producing a comprehensive evaluation or screening report in compliance with established guidelines. Collaborate and support families so they better understand their children's learning and mental health needs. Consult and collaborate with principals, teachers, and support personnel relative to specific educational and adjustment concerns, analysis and interventions. Partner with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community. Provide culturally responsive services to students and families from diverse backgrounds. Participate in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions. Promote and support school-wide practices that ensure the safety of all students by reducing school violence, bullying and harassment. Consult and support school teams for the purpose of creating smooth transitions to and from school and community learning environments, such as residential treatment centers or Alternative Learning Centers (ALCs).Assist with crisis prevention and intervention services.
Licenses and Certifications:
Licensed Psychologist Upon Hire RequiredTDOE Upon Hire Required Equivalency Starting At: $53,610.04 Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
