School Psychologists
SOC Code: 19-3034 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
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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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for School Psychologists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town, MA | $77,771 | $103,043 | $128,294 | $153,566 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $100,485 | $117,894 | $135,304 | $152,714 |
| El Centro, CA | $107,245 | $121,285 | $135,346 | $149,386 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $96,221 | $113,859 | $131,518 | $149,157 |
| Fresno, CA | $96,470 | $112,029 | $127,608 | $143,166 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $101,150 | $115,066 | $129,002 | $142,917 |
| Salinas, CA | $99,278 | $112,653 | $126,048 | $139,422 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $98,134 | $111,384 | $124,613 | $137,862 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $93,642 | $108,264 | $122,907 | $137,530 |
| Visalia, CA | $88,733 | $104,936 | $121,139 | $137,342 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Idaho | 1 | $87,000 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | $87,000 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 4.4 | |
| Speaking | 4.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.2 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 4.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.8 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 4.9 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 4.5 |
| Education and Training | 4.4 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 4.3 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.1 |
| Administrative | 4.0 |
| Mathematics | 3.7 |
| Law and Government | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-doctoral training | 53.0% |
| Doctoral degree | 46.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.
- Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
- Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.
- Select, administer, and score psychological tests.
- Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.
- Promote an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.
- Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.
- Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.
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