School Psychologists
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.
- Tasks
- 19 tasks18 core, 1 supplemental
- Family
- Life, Physical & Social ScienceOne of its 66 occupations
- Code
- 19-3034.00SOC 2018: 19-3034
What the work is made of
18 core tasks and 1 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.Core taskTask 5446Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 2. Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.Core taskTask 5455Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 3. Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.Core taskTask 5447Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 4. Select, administer, and score psychological tests.Core taskTask 5449Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 5. Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.Core taskTask 18619Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 6. Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.Core taskTask 5448Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 7. Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.Core taskTask 5454Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 8. Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.Core taskTask 5453Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 9. Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and other services, such as behavioral management systems.Core taskTask 5461Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 10. Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.Core taskTask 5450Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 11. Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.Core taskTask 5452Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 12. Design classes and programs to meet the needs of special students.Core taskTask 5458Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 13. Promote an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.Core taskTask 5451Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 14. Attend workshops, seminars, or professional meetings to remain informed of new developments in school psychology.Core taskTask 5457Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 15. Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies for medical, vocational, or social services.Core taskTask 5459Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 16. Serve as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss.Core taskTask 5456Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 17. Initiate and direct efforts to foster tolerance, understanding, and appreciation of diversity in school communities.Core taskTask 5460Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 18. Provide educational programs on topics such as classroom management, teaching strategies, or parenting skills.Core taskTask 5462Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 19. Conduct research to generate new knowledge that can be used to address learning and behavior issues.Supplemental taskTask 5463Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2019
Where this comes from
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 19-3034
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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