TITLE:

School Psychologist

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.      Valid Arizona School Psychologist Certificate and Master’s degree required

2.      Valid Arizona fingerprint clearance card

3.      Satisfactory criminal background check

4.      Comprehensive knowledge and experience in the administration of a variety of psychological educational assessment instruments

5.      Demonstrate ability to develop positive and effective relationships with students, parents, teachers, principals, and other professionals

6.      Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively, both in verbally and in writing

7.      Demonstrate ability to manage time and to complete assigned tasks in an organized and efficient manner

8.      Previous experience working with students and families from diverse ethnic populations preferred

9.      Ability to bend and lift 50 lbs. and stand and sit for long periods

REPORTS TO:

Lead Psychologist/Special Education Director

JOB GOAL:

Provide psychological and educational support services on a consultative basis to schools as assigned within the district boundaries. Provide direct and indirect services to children, including evaluation, reporting, teacher and parent consultation, and educational programming.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

 Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1.      Coordinate all aspects of the special education evaluation process for students at assigned schools.

2.      Conduct individual psychological educational evaluations in accordance with mandated timelines, district procedures, and state and federal requirements.

3.      Consult with parents, teachers, principals, and other professionals during the evaluation process to assist in determining students’ educational needs.

4.      Prepare written psychological educational reports in accordance with mandated timelines.

5.      Participate in the special education placement process to ensure student placement in the least restrictive environment.

6.      Function as an effective member of Multidisciplinary Evaluation and IEP teams.

7.      Demonstrate knowledge and ability to assess and evaluate students for the purpose of determining initial and continuing eligibility for special education services.

8.      Maintain student special education files and records in accordance with school district procedures.

9.      Develop and present in-service programs when requested or as may be required.

10.  Provide counseling services to students eligible for special education services as necessary.

11.  Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or designee.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

195 + (8) days contract, general leave days per policy, GCCA          

COMPENSATION:

As per district salary schedule

EVALUATION:

As per Governing Board policy on evaluation.