26-0007E - Permanent and Temporary Psychologists, Psychological Associates & Psycho-Educational Consultants

Working at the TDSB

Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all diverse students and helping them to achieve success.

The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff.

Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

Job Description

Psychologists, Psychological Associates, & Psycho-educational Consultants

Professional Support Services

All positions will begin as soon as possible. Temporary positions will end no later than July 6, 2027.

Psychologist (Ph.D., Registered) – Category A1: $85,194 – $120,821 per annum

Psychological Associate (Registered) –Category A2: $82,925–$118,553 per annum

Psycho-Educational Consultants – Category B: $77,871 – $110,468 per annum

(OSSTF – PSSP+, Unit A) Work Year: 194 + 3 days

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Manager of Psychological Services, the Psychologist, Psychological Associate or Psycho-educational Consultant is responsible for completing psychoeducational assessments containing recommendations of effective interventions, including programming, for students and, as needed, providing consultative and program resource support for school personnel.

The temporary Contract may be ended prior to its intended conclusion date for cause, with no notice, or for operational reasons subject to the provisions of Article C.1.4.1.

Summary of Duties

• Conduct pre-referral consultations with and provide program resource support for School Support Teams to meet the needs of individual students.
• Perform psychoeducational assessments and make recommendations based on diagnosis on appropriate programming, learning and social outcomes for students.
• Prepare psychoeducational assessment reports on students.
• Conduct interviews with parents to gain informed consent and collect background information.
• Provide feedback on assessment results and recommendations, aligned with the TDSB Special Education Plan and the TDSB Multi-Year Strategic Plan.
• Respond to tragic events, as directed by the Manager of Psychological Services.
• Provide professional supervision to staff not authorized to diagnose autonomously, as requested.
• Provide support or participate, as directed by the Manager of Psychological Services, in the identification and placement of exceptional students in accordance with regulations under the Education Act and in alignment with the TDSB Special Education Plan through Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) or other processes.
• Collect and analyze data (e.g., test, assessment, research, etc.), maintain confidential files and records in accordance with professional standards.
• Provide support in terms of consultation to special programs as required.
• Comply with the direction and supervision of the Manager of Psychological Services.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Manager of Psychological Services.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master degree in Psychology.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO). Preference will be given to candidates who are registered with the CPBAO having both the authority to perform the controlled act of diagnosis autonomously and school psychology as a declared area of competency with the College.
• Experience in practice of school psychology including knowledge of educational planning and curriculum planning.
• Experience with methods and procedures for risk assessment.
• Knowledge and experience in assessment of social, emotional, academic, and intellectual aspects of students.
• Knowledge of related legislation, codes, regulations, policies and procedures as they pertain Psychological Services.
• Knowledge and experience in providing consultation with teachers, administrators, and students’ parents on the intellectual, academic, social and emotional development of the students.
• Knowledge and experience in psychoeducational assessment of social, emotional, academic, intellectual and information processing skills of students.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work co-operatively with students, school personnel, parents, and members of interdisciplinary teams within a number of school settings.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Commitment to and demonstrated skills in teamwork and teambuilding in an environment that promotes equitable practices and values diversity.

Special Requirements

• Provision of own vehicle for Board Business; requires valid Ontario driver’s licence
• Requires regular travel

Travel: This position requires travel to various schools and use of car is required for which employees shall receive a monthly travel allowance in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Additional Information

Shift: Regular Day

Hours of Work: Full-time: 7.0 hours/day; Half-time: 3.5 hours/day

Location: These positions will be located within Professional Support Services.

Wheelchair Accessibility:

For Information on accommodations during the application process at the TDSB, please visit the People and Culture Department or contact [email protected] for further support.