How do they match: 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.

  • Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.
  • Attend workshops, seminars, or professional meetings to remain informed of new developments in school psychology.
  • Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.
  • Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.
  • Promote an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.
  • Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies for medical, vocational, or social services.
  • Serve as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss.

  • Develop educational programs.
  • Conduct scientific research of organizational behavior or processes.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.