QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree or PHD in Educational Psychology with course work in Level C Assessment
• meet the requirements for British Columbia School Psychologist Association

• establishing liaison and transitions with preschool and post-secondary services in the community which provide programs for students with special needs
• providing advice to assist in program planning for students including Individual Education Plans, Individual Behaviour Plans, recommended personnel and resources
• assisting in accessing community supports and services for students
• providing knowledge of district wide programs and Inclusion resources
• overseeing programming and placement in specialized settings such as Resource rooms
• providing in-service for all staff and administration on issues related to inclusion
• providing diagnostic and interpretive services
• providing assistance in the identification and placement of students with diverse needs
• promoting system wide changes that enhance the achievement of all students
• identifying students for funding
• promoting early intervention and proactive teaching practices
• coaching teachers on exemplary practices
• promoting collaborative team approach to increase more active teaching and learning competencies.