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School Psychologists: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

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.

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This source lists 19 tasks, including 19 marked Core and 0 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2026.

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Core · Task 5447 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.

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Core · Task 18619 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.

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Core · Task 5455 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.

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Core · Task 5446 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.

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Core · Task 5452 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.

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Core · Task 5449 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Select, administer, and score psychological tests.

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Core · Task 5448 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.

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Core · Task 5461 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and other services, such as behavioral management systems.

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Core · Task 5460 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Initiate and direct efforts to foster tolerance, understanding, and appreciation of diversity in school communities.

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Core · Task 5451 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Promote an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.

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Core · Task 5454 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.

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Core · Task 5450 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.

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Core · Task 5457 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Attend workshops, seminars, or professional meetings to remain informed of new developments in school psychology.

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Core · Task 5453 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.

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Core · Task 5456 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Serve as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss.

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Core · Task 5459 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies for medical, vocational, or social services.

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Core · Task 5462 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Provide educational programs on topics such as classroom management, teaching strategies, or parenting skills.

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Core · Task 5458 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Design classes and programs to meet the needs of special students.

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Core · Task 5463 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Conduct research to generate new knowledge that can be used to address learning and behavior issues.

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