JOB TITLE: PSYCHOLOGIST
DEPARTMENT: District
REPORTS TO: Exceptional Services Coordinator
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None
FTE: .5 -?
SALARY: $40,000- 47,000 TBD based on experience
SUMMARY: Provides district level special education support services, including psycho-educational assessment and consultation for students with disabilities. The School Psychologist also assists the Exceptional Services Director in matters pertaining to the special education of students with disabilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Uses appropriate testing and diagnostic practices to assess students referred for evaluation.
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Assists in identifying students with disabilities according to federal and state eligibility guidelines.
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Evaluates students at the preschool level to assist in determining eligibility for preschool services.
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Makes recommendations for placement and strategies to assist students with learning and/or behavioral difficulties.
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Attends IEP, MET, and other meetings to interpret psycho-educational results and assists with placement of special education students.
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Prepares and submits reports on all students evaluated.
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Consults with RTI, SAP, and Intervention teams as needed.
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Assists with in-service training.
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Attends conferences and workshops pertaining to school psychology and keeps abreast of new developments in the field.
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Serves as a liaison with parents, school personnel, and community sources that provide educationally-related support services.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
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Valid Arizona School Psychology certificate is required.
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Master's degree in psychology
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Demonstrated interest and experience in student development in a professional environment
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Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
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Valid Arizona driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
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Demonstrated knowledge of accepted childcare methods and behavior management techniques and knowledge of relevant government regulations.
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Ability to operate standard office and computer equipment.
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Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with children and adults.
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Skills in working effectively with students and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
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Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situation.
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Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community business members.
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Ability to work independently and to maintain confidentiality.
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Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.
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Computer Proficiency: Utilizes all appropriate, available and relevant technology to ensure duties are performed effectively.
