1.0 FTE Temporary School Psychologist

School District #83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap); Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school district in Salmon Arm seeks a School Psychologist for a temporary assignment. Responsibilities include developing intervention programs, conducting assessments, and collaborating with staff to support student mental health. Candidates should hold a Master's Degree in School Psychology and be a certified school psychologist. Experience in education in BC is preferred.

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience in the public sector required.
• Experience as a school psychologist within BC preferred.
• Must have a valid BC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop prevention programs.
• Conduct psycho-educational assessments according to guidelines.
• Provide written reports of assessments to relevant parties.

Skills

Master’s Degree in School Psychology

Certified School Psychologist with CHCPBC

Proven ability to work with school-based teams

Familiarity with Ministry of Education Special Education categories

Collaboration skills

Report writing

Knowledge of current curriculum

Education

Master’s Degree in School Psychology

Valid BC teaching certificate

Job description

Overview

1.0 FTE School Psychologist

Student Support Services

This is a temporary assignment effective immediately to return of incumbent to full contractual FTE.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in School Psychology;
• Certified School Psychologist with CHCPBC;
• Valid BC teaching certificate and current membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch is preferred .

Responsibilities

The School Psychologist collaborates with individual teachers, school administrators, and school staff to develop and evaluate prevention programs. This may include :

• Primary or Tier 1 prevention programs that involve all staff and students that foster the learning and mental health of students (e.g., evidence-based literacy and numeracy education in primary classrooms; prevention of bullying; social and emotional learning);
• Secondary or Tier 2 prevention programs that are delivered to students who are at-risk students for learning or mental health difficulties
• Tertiary or Tier 3 academic, behavioural or psychosocial interventions for students with diagnosed disabilities or mental health difficulties.

Teachers applying for this position

• Successful teaching experience in the public sector is required and previous experience as a school psychologist within BC is preferred;
• Be experienced in conducting / interpreting formal Psychoeducational assessments, Behavioural assessments, including formal report writing;
• Proven ability to work with SBT’s to establish practical IEP’s and Behaviour Plans;
• Must be familiar with Ministry of Education Special Education categories and their requirements;
• Must be willing and flexible to accept duties as assigned in the field of school Psychology;
• Assist schools in the identification and planning process, at both the school and District levels, for learners with complex needs;
• Collaborate with school-based teams to develop and implement pre-referral interventions;
• Provide information regarding the referral process;
• Offer suggestions / recommendations surrounding educational program planning;
• Conduct psycho-educational assessments in accordance with District guidelines;
• Meet with the school, parents / guardians, and the student as appropriate, to discuss the results of the psycho-educational assessment;
• Provide a written report for each assessment, available to the school, the District and parents / guardians; and the student as appropriate;
• Attend meetings (e.g., School-based team, Integrated Case Management);
• Participate on district committees where appropriate;
• Develop information resources;
• Provide in-service to paraprofessionals, teachers, principals / vice principals;
• Collaborate with community partners;
• Conduct research on many topics relevant to the profession including literacy, numeracy, social emotional health and well-being, behaviour, etc.;
• Provide input and recommendations in relation to district-level placement or placement review meetings;
• To be knowledgeable of current curriculum and evidence-based instructional practices;
• To participate in on-going professional development / in-service in both regular and inclusive education;
• To be committed to inclusion.
• Must have a valid BC driver’s license.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Jo McKenna, District Principal of Student Support Services at [e-mail]

How to Apply

Please submit resume with full supporting documents using the Apply Online button below. If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact our HR Admin Assistant Emily Johnson @ 250-804-7841 or [e-mail]

Deadline date for receipt of application is : 12 : 00 NOON, POSTED UNTIL FILLED

We thank all those who apply, however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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