Temporary Psychometrist

POSITION SUMMARY

: The Psychometrist is responsible to administer standardized intellectual tests and other measures to identify learning disabilities, problems and strengths related to achievement; specify needs for individualized teaching approaches and/or special programming; recommend further involvement with specialists, agencies or institutions. Interpretation of test results is communicated through written reports and orally to parents, teachers and the multi-disciplinary team to assist in making important decisions about the student’s personal/educational future. Psychometrists are also involved with School Program Teams in other activities, such as behaviour management, under the supervision of a psychologist.

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a master’s degree program in Psychology or equivalent qualification with competencies in the assessment and intervention with children and adolescents.

The recruitment process requires a criminal background check for work with vulnerable persons. In accordance with regulations, this will be an ongoing expectation of employment for TVDSB employees every five years of employment.

Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is received by Human Resources on or before the deadline date.

This position exists to provide casual replacement coverage for an existing role within the organization and is subject to the availability of work, in accordance with operational needs. Thames Valley does not utilize any assistive technology in the recruitment and selection process.

If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas or degrees assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job. The is a membership organization that offers fair and credible academic credential assessment services in Canada.