{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:40.740Z","occupation":{"soc":"19-3034.00","title":"School Psychologists","group":"Life, Physical & Social Science","sector":"62","jobZone":5,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers school psychologists working across K–12 public and private educational settings, from supervised entry-level assessment practice through district-level program leadership, encompassing psychoeducational evaluation, counseling, IEP development, crisis intervention, and systemic consultation.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Psychological test administration — select and administer standardized assessments under clinical supervision in a school-based practicum setting.","Student test records — compile and organize raw assessment data under the direction of a supervising psychologist for eligibility reviews.","Observation protocols — conduct structured classroom observations following established procedures to gather behavioral baseline data.","School records review — examine cumulative academic and behavioral records under guidance to support initial psychoeducational evaluations.","Mandatory reporting obligations — identify and report indicators of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse to the appropriate school authority following legal protocols.","Parent and teacher interviews — gather background information through structured consultations under supervision to inform diagnostic impressions.","Electronic case management systems — enter and retrieve confidential student records using database and word processing software in compliance with FERPA guidelines.","Psychological test scoring — score and tabulate standardized assessment instruments accurately under supervision using established normative frameworks.","Active listening in student contacts — apply foundational counseling listening techniques during brief, supervised student interactions in school office settings.","Basic psychological report writing — draft preliminary sections of psychoeducational reports under close review by a licensed supervising psychologist."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Psychoeducational evaluations — independently administer and score a full battery of psychological tests to assess learning and behavioral needs across K–12 settings.","Diagnostic synthesis — interpret student test results alongside teacher and parent input to formulate diagnoses and eligibility determinations for special education services.","Confidential records management — maintain accurate special education reports, behavioral data, and service logs in compliance with IDEA and state regulations.","Psychological report preparation — write clear, well-organized psychoeducational reports communicating assessment findings and recommendations to teachers, administrators, and parents.","IEP collaboration — contribute meaningfully to individualized education plan development by sharing assessment data with multidisciplinary teams in school meetings.","Short-term student counseling — provide focused counseling interventions to children and families addressing learning difficulties and adjustment challenges in school-based settings.","Social-emotional screening — apply standardized rating scales and behavioral observation systems to identify students at risk in general education environments.","Consultation with school personnel — advise teachers and support staff on evidence-based classroom strategies informed by individual student assessment results.","Time and caseload management — prioritize referrals, evaluations, and counseling caseloads independently within established school-year timelines and legal deadlines.","Video conferencing and remote assessment — conduct parent consultations and team meetings using video conferencing software to support hybrid service delivery models."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Comprehensive differential diagnosis — integrate multi-source data from psychometric testing, observation, and consultation to diagnose complex psychological and neurodevelopmental conditions across diverse student populations.","Non-routine eligibility decisions — navigate ambiguous or contested special education eligibility cases autonomously, applying critical thinking and legal knowledge to reach defensible determinations.","Advanced psychoeducational reporting — produce sophisticated, legally compliant psychological reports that translate complex findings into actionable recommendations for educators and families.","Individualized education plan leadership — lead the development of comprehensive IEPs for students with high-complexity needs, coordinating input from multidisciplinary teams across school and community settings.","Trauma-informed counseling — deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions for children presenting with trauma, anxiety, or behavioral disorders within a full-service school psychology caseload.","Crisis assessment and intervention — conduct independent threat and suicide risk assessments and implement crisis intervention protocols in acute school safety situations.","Systemic consultation — provide expert consultation to building-level administrators on school-wide mental health, learning environment design, and behavioral support systems.","Data-driven program evaluation — use analytical and spreadsheet software to analyze outcome data and evaluate the effectiveness of psychological and special education services.","Family and community engagement — facilitate difficult conversations with families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds to align school and home support strategies.","Professional ethics navigation — resolve complex ethical dilemmas involving confidentiality, dual roles, and consent independently in accordance with NASP and APA ethical standards."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["District-wide assessment framework — design and lead the implementation of a comprehensive, equity-focused psychoeducational evaluation system across an entire school district.","Special education policy development — shape local and district policy on eligibility, placement, and services by synthesizing legal, empirical, and ethical knowledge at an administrative level.","School psychology program leadership — direct a team of school psychologists, setting professional standards, caseload policies, and quality benchmarks across multiple buildings.","Supervision and mentorship — provide structured clinical supervision and career mentorship to early-career school psychologists and interns within an approved supervisory framework.","Multi-tiered systems of support — architect and lead district-wide MTSS frameworks that integrate academic, behavioral, and mental health supports using data-informed decision-making.","Organizational training and professional development — design and deliver evidence-based training programs for educators and administrators on psychological principles, trauma-informed care, and inclusive practice.","Community and agency partnership — establish formal interagency collaborations with mental health providers, juvenile justice, and social services to extend school-based psychological support.","Research and knowledge translation — lead applied research initiatives within the school system and disseminate findings to inform practice improvements at regional or national levels.","Equity and inclusion advocacy — champion systemic changes to reduce disproportionate identification and placement of marginalized student groups through data analysis and stakeholder negotiation.","Strategic crisis preparedness — develop and institutionalize district-level crisis response plans, training all school psychological staff and coordinating with law enforcement and community agencies."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}