FACULTY MSD - School Psychologist

The Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners.  As such, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at MSD.

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

School psychologists assist students at all levels, from early childhood education to high school.  This position will act along with school counselors as advocates for students' well-being, and as valuable resources for their educational and personal advancement.  The school psychologist will provide services such as psychoeducational assessments, individual and group counseling, and crisis intervention support to students on both a recurring and as needed basis.

The school psychologist is responsible for providing direct clinical services and assessments to current students as well as providing psychoeducational assessments for new students seeking admission to MSD.  This position will also attend student IEP meetings to explain assessment results to team members.  The school psychologist may supervise and evaluate staff and/or trainees and will work collaboratively with the school psychologist at the Columbia Campus.  This position serves on the Frederick Campus Administrative Team (FCAT), the Admissions Review Team (ART) as well as being a member of the Research Committee.

A Master’s Degree in School Psychology or related field is required.

Maryland State Department of Education School Psychologist Certificate required (or the ability to obtain in a specific time).

Experience working with students with special needs desired.

Must be proficient in American Sign Language and written English.  Knowledge of Deaf community required.

New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560 – 5-568)

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time.  Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.  Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.  Additional or supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time.  Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:

Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf, Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044

E-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu

Fax: 410-480-4536

Phone: 410-480-4535, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.  As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.