Position Title

UPK Social Worker/Psychologist

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Salary range in accordance with PMCT contract

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide push-in whole class social/emotional instruction.
• Communicate information to students, parents, staff, community members; providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information.
• Counsels students, staff, parents/legal guardians for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems, resolving conflicts, referral to appropriate professionals and enhancing probability of student success in school.
• Well-versed in crises intervention and de-escalation strategies.
• Knowledge in data collection strategies to support social/emotional wellness and behavioral growth.
• Other assignments as directed by supervisors.

Job Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:         

• Must possess or be eligible for New York State Certification as a School Social Worker/School Psychologist
• Bilingual candidates preferred

 

COMMENTS:                   

Must be creative and passionate instructional leader who possesses the ability to motivate students to strive for academic excellence. Successful candidates will work in a fast paced, challenging environment that is dedicated to academic and social success for all students. Collaborative team players that have the desire to become part of a dynamic team are encouraged to apply.

 

Application Procedure

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Applications for Full Time Probationary Instructional positions must include an introductory video.  Please upload an introductory video in MP4 format, not to exceed 5 minutes in the section called other. Your video should answer the following questions:

o    How will you effectively educate students from diverse backgrounds? How will you ensure success for every student? 

All costs associated with these employment requirements are the responsibility of the employee:

• Fingerprint clearance from the NY State Department of Education (NYSED)
• Drug Screening
• Physical Examination

Job Category

Teacher

Job Location

To Be Determined

Additional Information