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School Psychologists

SOC 19-3034.00Job Zone 5 · Extensive Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis 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.

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Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Psychological test administration — select and administer standardized assessments under clinical supervision in a school-based practicum setting.
  2. Student test records — compile and organize raw assessment data under the direction of a supervising psychologist for eligibility reviews.
  3. Observation protocols — conduct structured classroom observations following established procedures to gather behavioral baseline data.
  4. School records review — examine cumulative academic and behavioral records under guidance to support initial psychoeducational evaluations.
  5. Mandatory reporting obligations — identify and report indicators of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse to the appropriate school authority following legal protocols.
  6. Parent and teacher interviews — gather background information through structured consultations under supervision to inform diagnostic impressions.
  7. Electronic case management systems — enter and retrieve confidential student records using database and word processing software in compliance with FERPA guidelines.
  8. Psychological test scoring — score and tabulate standardized assessment instruments accurately under supervision using established normative frameworks.
  9. Active listening in student contacts — apply foundational counseling listening techniques during brief, supervised student interactions in school office settings.
  10. Basic psychological report writing — draft preliminary sections of psychoeducational reports under close review by a licensed supervising psychologist.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Psychoeducational evaluations — independently administer and score a full battery of psychological tests to assess learning and behavioral needs across K–12 settings.
  2. Diagnostic synthesis — interpret student test results alongside teacher and parent input to formulate diagnoses and eligibility determinations for special education services.
  3. Confidential records management — maintain accurate special education reports, behavioral data, and service logs in compliance with IDEA and state regulations.
  4. Psychological report preparation — write clear, well-organized psychoeducational reports communicating assessment findings and recommendations to teachers, administrators, and parents.
  5. IEP collaboration — contribute meaningfully to individualized education plan development by sharing assessment data with multidisciplinary teams in school meetings.
  6. Short-term student counseling — provide focused counseling interventions to children and families addressing learning difficulties and adjustment challenges in school-based settings.
  7. Social-emotional screening — apply standardized rating scales and behavioral observation systems to identify students at risk in general education environments.
  8. Consultation with school personnel — advise teachers and support staff on evidence-based classroom strategies informed by individual student assessment results.
  9. Time and caseload management — prioritize referrals, evaluations, and counseling caseloads independently within established school-year timelines and legal deadlines.
  10. Video conferencing and remote assessment — conduct parent consultations and team meetings using video conferencing software to support hybrid service delivery models.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Comprehensive differential diagnosis — integrate multi-source data from psychometric testing, observation, and consultation to diagnose complex psychological and neurodevelopmental conditions across diverse student populations.
  2. Non-routine eligibility decisions — navigate ambiguous or contested special education eligibility cases autonomously, applying critical thinking and legal knowledge to reach defensible determinations.
  3. Advanced psychoeducational reporting — produce sophisticated, legally compliant psychological reports that translate complex findings into actionable recommendations for educators and families.
  4. 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.
  5. Trauma-informed counseling — deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions for children presenting with trauma, anxiety, or behavioral disorders within a full-service school psychology caseload.
  6. Crisis assessment and intervention — conduct independent threat and suicide risk assessments and implement crisis intervention protocols in acute school safety situations.
  7. Systemic consultation — provide expert consultation to building-level administrators on school-wide mental health, learning environment design, and behavioral support systems.
  8. Data-driven program evaluation — use analytical and spreadsheet software to analyze outcome data and evaluate the effectiveness of psychological and special education services.
  9. Family and community engagement — facilitate difficult conversations with families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds to align school and home support strategies.
  10. Professional ethics navigation — resolve complex ethical dilemmas involving confidentiality, dual roles, and consent independently in accordance with NASP and APA ethical standards.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. District-wide assessment framework — design and lead the implementation of a comprehensive, equity-focused psychoeducational evaluation system across an entire school district.
  2. 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.
  3. School psychology program leadership — direct a team of school psychologists, setting professional standards, caseload policies, and quality benchmarks across multiple buildings.
  4. Supervision and mentorship — provide structured clinical supervision and career mentorship to early-career school psychologists and interns within an approved supervisory framework.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Community and agency partnership — establish formal interagency collaborations with mental health providers, juvenile justice, and social services to extend school-based psychological support.
  8. Research and knowledge translation — lead applied research initiatives within the school system and disseminate findings to inform practice improvements at regional or national levels.
  9. Equity and inclusion advocacy — champion systemic changes to reduce disproportionate identification and placement of marginalized student groups through data analysis and stakeholder negotiation.
  10. Strategic crisis preparedness — develop and institutionalize district-level crisis response plans, training all school psychological staff and coordinating with law enforcement and community agencies.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted record documentation — uses AI tools to draft and organize student records, special education reports, and behavioral data logs, while reviewing all entries for accuracy before submission Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Psychoeducational report drafting — delegates the structural formatting and boilerplate sections of psychological reports to an AI assistant, then personally authors all clinical interpretations, diagnostic impressions, and recommendations Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Test result summarization — directs an AI tool to compile and cross-reference raw assessment scores from multiple instruments, then applies professional judgment to interpret patterns and eligibility determinations WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Diagnostic synthesis support — integrates AI-generated summaries of teacher, parent, and assessment data as a starting point for clinical case conceptualization, retaining full authorship of diagnostic conclusions Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Mandated reporting documentation — uses AI assistance to structure and draft written reports for child endangerment or neglect cases, then verifies all factual details and legal language against case notes before submission Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Assessment selection guidance — consults AI tools for literature-backed recommendations on psychoeducational test batteries appropriate to a student's presenting concerns, then exercises independent professional judgment in final instrument selection Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Human-in-the-loop evaluation architecture — establishes team-level protocols defining which school psychology tasks route through AI assistance and which require unmediated clinical judgment, calibrating AI autonomy to the low end of the feasibility spectrum for high-stakes determinations Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Critical review of AI-generated psychological narratives — audits AI-produced report language for diagnostic accuracy, cultural responsiveness, and compliance with IDEA and FERPA requirements, correcting systematic biases before reports reach educators or families Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Workflow efficiency leadership — redesigns the psychoeducational evaluation pipeline to capture documented time efficiencies from AI-assisted drafting while preserving the active listening and social perceptiveness competencies that resist automation Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 100
Augment share: 10%
Time saved: 93.3%
AI autonomy: 2.40
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Active Listening
Score: 42.2 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Data Science and Analysis
data_science_and_analysis
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Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication11 statements
Emerging
  1. Psychological report drafts — translates basic assessment findings into written summaries for teacher review under supervisor guidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Parent communication — conveys preliminary evaluation results using accessible, jargon-reduced language in structured meetings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Multidisciplinary team communication — presents student assessment data clearly to educators, administrators, and specialists in eligibility meetings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Counseling session dialogue — elicits student concerns and emotional states through open-ended questioning and reflective listening during individual sessions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Written evaluation reports — organizes psychological test results and observational data into coherent, audience-appropriate documents for IEP teams Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Psychological report communication — synthesizes multi-source data from standardized assessments, teacher input, and parent interviews into precise, actionable written reports for educational planning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis communication — delivers timely, accurate information to school administrators, parents, and emergency responders when child endangerment or safety concerns are identified Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Consultation dialogue — adapts technical psychological findings to match the knowledge level of classroom teachers, parents, and community service providers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. District-level communication leadership — designs standardized protocols for psychological report writing and stakeholder briefings that improve consistency across school psychology teams Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Community education — delivers professional development workshops and public presentations that translate complex psychoeducational concepts for diverse school community audiences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Expert testimony communication — presents evaluation findings and diagnostic conclusions with clarity and precision in legal, due process, or special education hearing contexts O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership10 statements
Emerging
  1. IEP contribution — participates actively in individualized education plan meetings, contributing psychological data to team decision-making under experienced psychologist mentorship Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional initiative — volunteers to coordinate student support referrals and follows through on assigned case management tasks without prompting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Consultation leadership — guides classroom teachers in implementing behavioral intervention strategies derived from student psychological assessments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Child study team facilitation — leads structured problem-solving meetings to develop intervention plans for students at risk of academic or behavioral failure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. IEP team leadership — chairs individualized education plan development meetings, coordinating input from teachers, specialists, administrators, and parents toward actionable student goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis response leadership — directs school-based threat assessment or crisis intervention teams, organizing immediate response protocols and post-crisis support plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentorship of emerging professionals — supervises practicum students and interns through case consultations, ethical guidance, and structured feedback on assessment and counseling practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic program leadership — designs and implements district-wide multi-tiered support systems (MTSS) that realign resource allocation toward preventive psychological services Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Policy advocacy — leads professional or legislative advocacy efforts to expand school psychological service access, influencing district or state special education policy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Organizational culture leadership — models and institutionalizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices across entire school psychology departments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition10 statements
Emerging
  1. Assessment self-monitoring — identifies personal knowledge gaps in specific psychoeducational assessment instruments and seeks supervision to address them Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Diagnostic reflection — recognizes when referral questions exceed current clinical competence and requests consultation from senior colleagues Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Evaluation planning — selects assessment batteries based on conscious analysis of referral questions, student background, and the limitations of available instruments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Case conceptualization review — revisits preliminary hypotheses about student needs when new data from parents, teachers, or observations contradicts initial interpretations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Diagnostic reasoning transparency — articulates the clinical logic behind eligibility determinations and intervention recommendations, identifying assumptions and evidence sources explicitly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Continuing competence monitoring — tracks evolving best practices in school psychology assessment and counseling, self-directing professional development to address identified gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Bias awareness in evaluation — actively examines personal cultural assumptions and their potential influence on psychological interpretations of student behavior and test performance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Epistemological leadership — facilitates team-level reflection on diagnostic reasoning processes, helping school psychology staff identify systemic cognitive biases in eligibility determinations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Research-to-practice integration — critically evaluates emerging psychological research, adjusting own assessment and intervention practices in response to evolving evidence bases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Supervisory metacognition modeling — explicitly teaches self-monitoring and reflective practice strategies to interns and practicum students as a core professional competency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking10 statements
Emerging
  1. Test score interpretation — compares standardized assessment scores against normative data to identify performance discrepancies under supervisor review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Record analysis — extracts relevant historical information from cumulative school records to inform initial hypothesis formation about student learning difficulties O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Multi-source data integration — weighs and reconciles conflicting information from psychological tests, teacher reports, parent interviews, and direct observation in forming diagnostic impressions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Differential diagnosis reasoning — evaluates competing explanations for student academic or behavioral difficulties, distinguishing disability conditions from instructional, environmental, or social factors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Eligibility determination analysis — applies federal and state special education criteria rigorously to converging assessment evidence to reach legally and clinically defensible classification decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Intervention efficacy evaluation — analyzes progress monitoring data to determine whether current behavioral or academic interventions are producing measurable student improvement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Ethical dilemma reasoning — systematically evaluates competing ethical obligations in complex cases involving confidentiality, mandated reporting, and family-school conflict Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Program evaluation design — constructs rigorous evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness of school-wide psychological service models, interpreting outcome data for administrative decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Assessment instrument critique — critically appraises the psychometric properties, normative samples, and cultural validity of psychological assessment tools, recommending adoption or rejection for district use Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Systems-level problem analysis — diagnoses organizational factors within school environments that contribute to disproportionate special education referrals, developing data-driven corrective strategies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration10 statements
Emerging
  1. Team participation — contributes psychological data and student observations to multidisciplinary team meetings while listening actively to educator and family perspectives Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Referral coordination — follows established school referral processes, communicating assessment timelines and needs clearly to classroom teachers and special education coordinators O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Co-planning with educators — partners with classroom teachers to develop behavioral support plans and academic accommodations grounded in assessment findings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Family collaboration — engages parents as active partners in assessment interpretation conferences, incorporating family knowledge of child strengths and needs into educational planning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. IEP team collaboration — coordinates sustained, goal-directed collaboration among general education teachers, special educators, related service providers, administrators, and parents to develop and monitor IEPs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Interagency collaboration — works alongside community mental health providers, medical professionals, and social services agencies to deliver coordinated support for students with complex needs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Conflict navigation — facilitates productive resolution of disagreements between school personnel and families regarding student eligibility, placement, or service intensity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Cross-system partnership design — establishes formal collaborative structures between school psychology services and external community agencies, creating integrated support pipelines for high-need students Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Collaborative capacity building — trains school staff teams in collaborative problem-solving frameworks, increasing building-level capacity to address student needs without full psychological referral Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Culturally inclusive collaboration — leads efforts to include underrepresented family communities and culturally diverse stakeholders as genuine partners in school psychological service design Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
6Character10 statements
Emerging
  1. Confidentiality practice — maintains student psychological records and case information in strict compliance with FERPA, IDEA, and professional ethics codes from initial placement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Mandated reporting adherence — reports suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment to appropriate authorities promptly and accurately upon recognizing indicators Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Professional boundary maintenance — upholds clear therapeutic and professional role boundaries in counseling and consultation relationships with students, families, and staff Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability in evaluation — acknowledges and corrects errors in assessment interpretation or report writing without minimizing impact on student educational planning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Ethical decision-making — navigates conflicts between legal mandates, institutional pressures, and individual student welfare using established professional ethics frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cultural humility — examines and actively mitigates the influence of personal cultural biases on psychological assessment interpretation and counseling practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Advocacy integrity — represents student interests honestly in eligibility and placement decisions, resisting institutional pressure to under-identify or over-identify disability conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical leadership modeling — establishes and enforces ethical standards for school psychology practice within a district, mentoring colleagues through complex professional conduct dilemmas Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic equity advocacy — publicly challenges disproportionate referral, identification, or placement patterns affecting students of color or from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, acting with professional courage Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional standards contribution — participates in state or national professional associations to advance ethical guidelines and accountability standards for school psychology practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity10 statements
Emerging
  1. Intervention adaptation — modifies standard evidence-based behavioral strategies to address the specific cultural, developmental, or contextual needs of individual students Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Assessment approach variation — selects alternative assessment methods when standard instruments are inappropriate for a student's linguistic, sensory, or developmental profile Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Counseling technique innovation — integrates expressive arts, play-based, or narrative approaches into individual counseling sessions to engage students with limited verbal communication capacity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. IEP goal design — develops novel, measurable, and personally meaningful individualized education plan goals that reflect each student's unique strengths and aspirations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Nontraditional assessment design — constructs dynamic or portfolio-based assessment approaches for students who are poorly served by standardized norm-referenced instruments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Prevention program development — designs original psychoeducational programs addressing social-emotional learning, bullying prevention, or mental health literacy tailored to specific school community needs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Behavioral support innovation — develops individualized, functionally grounded behavior intervention plans that move beyond generic strategies to address idiosyncratic reinforcement and environmental factors O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Service delivery model innovation — creates and pilots new school psychological service delivery models that expand reach, equity, or effectiveness beyond traditional reactive assessment frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Research and tool development — designs original assessment protocols, intervention curricula, or evaluation instruments for use in school psychological practice at district or field level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Cross-disciplinary synthesis — integrates knowledge from developmental neuroscience, cultural psychology, and education research to generate novel frameworks for understanding student learning and behavior Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset10 statements
Emerging
  1. Supervision receptivity — accepts critical feedback on assessment reports and case conceptualizations from supervisors, incorporating revisions without defensiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional learning engagement — pursues continuing education in newly emerging assessment tools and evidence-based interventions relevant to school psychology practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Error-based learning — analyzes cases where psychological recommendations did not produce expected student outcomes, extracting lessons to refine future practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Competence stretching — accepts referrals for student populations or presenting concerns at the edge of current expertise, pairing case work with targeted professional development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Persistent case engagement — maintains sustained commitment to complex, multi-year student cases involving treatment-resistant behavioral or learning challenges, adjusting strategies iteratively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer learning cultivation — seeks regular peer consultation and case review as a structured mechanism for expanding clinical reasoning and assessment skills Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Feedback modeling for students — explicitly teaches growth mindset principles to students receiving counseling, connecting their own academic struggles to malleable effort and strategy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field-level learning leadership — contributes original case studies, research, or practice innovations to professional literature, advancing collective knowledge in school psychology Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational learning culture — establishes structured peer consultation, reflective practice groups, or learning communities within school psychology departments to embed continuous professional growth Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Paradigm challenge — openly revises long-held assessment or intervention assumptions in response to compelling new evidence, modeling intellectual humility for colleagues and trainees Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness10 statements
Emerging
  1. Session presence — maintains focused attention during student counseling sessions, minimizing distraction from competing caseload pressures during direct service delivery Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional self-monitoring — recognizes personal emotional reactions to difficult student or family disclosures and applies basic regulation strategies before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Assessment observation attentiveness — sustains careful, present-focused behavioral observation during psychological evaluations, capturing clinically significant behavioral indicators without premature interpretation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis de-escalation intentionality — approaches student behavioral crises with deliberate emotional regulation, slowing response pace to reduce escalation risk during intervention Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Vicarious trauma management — recognizes and addresses cumulative stress from sustained exposure to child abuse disclosures, crisis events, and high-need family situations through deliberate self-care practices Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Consultation intentionality — enters teacher and administrator consultation interactions with clear awareness of personal assumptions and emotional state, preventing reactive or biased guidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Present-centered counseling — uses mindfulness-informed therapeutic techniques in student counseling, guiding students toward emotional regulation and attention management skills Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational mindfulness advocacy — introduces mindfulness-based social-emotional learning programs into school communities, designing implementation and evaluation structures for sustainable adoption Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Trauma-informed service design — applies sustained mindful awareness of trauma dynamics to the design of school psychological services, ensuring all student interactions reflect sensitivity to adversity histories Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Mindfulness supervision modeling — integrates mindful practice principles into clinical supervision of school psychology interns, teaching present-moment awareness as a professional competency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude10 statements
Emerging
  1. Caseload pressure management — maintains commitment to thorough assessment timelines when managing high referral volumes and competing administrative demands Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Difficult disclosure response — remains professionally composed and action-oriented when students disclose abuse, suicidal ideation, or severe trauma during counseling sessions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Eligibility conflict persistence — maintains advocacy for accurate student identification when institutional pressures, resource limitations, or administrator reluctance create resistance to appropriate special education services Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Long-term case tenacity — sustains psychological support and intervention planning for students with chronic, treatment-resistant conditions across multiple school years without reducing effort or quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Crisis response endurance — functions effectively and decisively during extended school crisis events, including threat assessments, student deaths, or community tragedies requiring sustained psychological response Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic barrier navigation — persists in advocating for student needs when facing bureaucratic, legal, or interpersonal obstacles in special education systems, maintaining professional resolve and constructive action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Mandated reporting courage — reports child endangerment or abuse concerns to authorities even in high-conflict family situations or when institutional pressure discourages disclosure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Equity advocacy courage — sustains public advocacy for disproportionality reform or expanded psychological services in the face of organizational resistance, political opposition, or professional risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Field resilience modeling — shares accounts of professional challenge, ethical difficulty, and sustained effort with trainees and colleagues to normalize and strengthen collective fortitude in school psychology Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Systemic reform perseverance — leads multi-year initiatives to restructure school psychological service delivery, maintaining momentum and morale through implementation setbacks and organizational change resistance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Area School Psychologist · Assessment Specialist · Autism Consultant · Behavior Specialist · Behavioral Analyst · Behavioral Specialist · Bilingual School Psychologist · Certified School Psychologist · Challenging Behavior Consultant · Child Psychologist · Child Psychometrist · Consulting Psychologist
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O*NET skills
Active ListeningSpeakingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessWritingJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingService OrientationActive LearningCoordinationLearning StrategiesPersuasionTime ManagementNegotiationInstructingSystems AnalysisSystems Evaluation
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Abilities
Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionSpeech ClarityProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionNear Vision
Work styles
EmpathyCooperationDependabilityAttention to DetailSincerityIntegrity
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  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.
  2. Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.
  3. Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
  4. Select, administer, and score psychological tests.
  5. Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.
  6. Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.
  7. Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.
  8. Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.
CIP education codes
42.280542.2806

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