What School Psychologists Do?
School psychologists work to find the best solution for each student and situation and use different strategies to address student needs and to improve school and district-wide support systems. School psychologists work with students individually and in groups. They also develop programs to train teachers and parents regarding effective teaching and learning strategies, effective techniques to manage behavior at home and in the classroom, working with students with disabilities or with special talents, abuse of drugs and other substances, and preventing and managing crises. In addition, most school psychologists provide the following services. Consultation Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to find effective solutions to learning and behavior problems. Help others understand child development and how it affects learning and behavior. Strengthen working relationships between teachers, parents, and service providers in the community. Evaluation Evaluate eligibility fo
