School Psychologist

About CJCP

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as:

USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016

NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018

US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024

National Charter School, 2020

College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024

College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024

Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022

100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025

100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011

The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

School Psychologist

Responsibilities Include:

• Participate in the evaluation, classification and placement of all pupils with special needs.
• Administer, score and evaluate standard psychological tests for the purpose of assessing the intellectual, educational, emotional, social and behavioral characteristics of those students referred.
• Interpret the results of psychological testing and assists in the development and coordination of an appropriate individualized education plan for each pupil requiring special education and/or related services and participates in the ongoing evaluation of the academic progress and educational placement of classified pupils.
• Serve as a case manager as assigned and maintain appropriate case records.
• Assist in the development and delivery of in-service programs and parent seminars.
• Observe pupils in classrooms and other school settings.
• Serve as a consultant to parents, school personnel and community groups on child development and mental health topics.
• Perform all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state, and federal laws and board policy
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education and other professional growth activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Education Officer or Director of Special Education.

Essential Duties:

• Communicate professionally and effectively with students, families, staff, and leadership
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal policies and ethical standards
  Maintain strong organizational and documentation practices
• Demonstrate professionalism that supports a positive school culture

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of special education law and evaluation procedures
• Competency with psychological testing and report writing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-based environment

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law, administrative code and provisions of the board's policy on the evaluation of certified staff

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university;
• Valid NJ Educational Services Certificate or School Psychologist Endorsement;
• NJ Criminal History;
• Work authorization in the U.S.;
• Tuberculosis Test;
• Experience is a plus.

Opportunities:

• NJ pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement assistance;
• Paid professional development opportunities;
• Paid time off;
• Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract