Elementary School Psychologist

Accusata Elementary School; Minnesota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accusata Elementary School in Minnesota is seeking an Elementary School Psychologist to join our district's special services team. The position reports to the Director of Special Services and focuses on assessments, IEP collaboration, and behavioral and academic supports for students.

Requirements include an NCATE-approved school psychology program and state certification, with public school experience preferred. The role is full-time with a calendar aligned to the district schedule and benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a NCATE approved program in school psychology.
• Appropriate state teacher certification as a school psychologist.
• Experience in the public school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer I.Q. tests, achievement tests, and other tests required to determine eligibility for special services.
• Provide written reports of assessment for student evaluations.
• Collaborate with building and support staff throughout the district to meet the needs of students.
• Make recommendations to the Director of Special Services concerning the need to obtain additional medical, psychological and/or psychiatric information on an evaluation.
• Participate as an IEP team member with functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans and /or in the manifestation determination process.
• Collaborate with outside agencies, parents and teachers to meet the need of students.
• Review student records for the screening and evaluation process of students.
• Provide group and individual lessons on social skills development.

Skills

Assessment administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication with families

Education

NCATE approved school psychology program

State school psychology certification

Job description

Elementary School Psychologist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5470625

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2024 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Description

POSITION TITLE:School Psychologist

FLSA:Exempt Professional

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from a NCATE approved program in school psychology. This program provides training in the psychological and academic assessment of children, behavioral and academic interventions, in addition to consultation with teachers and parents.
• Appropriate state teacher certification as a school psychologist.
• Experience in the public school setting preferred.

REPORTS TO:Director of Special Services

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Teacher calendar days and benefits provided according to Board policy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Administer I.Q. tests, achievement tests, and other tests required to determine eligibility for special services.
• Provide written reports of assessment for student evaluations.
• Collaborate with building and support staff throughout the district to meet the needs of students.
• Make recommendations to the Director of Special Services concerning the need to obtain additional medical, psychological and/or psychiatric information on an evaluation.
• Participate as an IEP team member with functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans and /or in the manifestation determination process.
• Collaborate with outside agencies, parents and teachers to meet the need of students.
• Review student records for the screening and evaluation process of students.
• Provide group and individual lessons on social skills development.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Be a member of the building level diagnostic team on assessments of all students who are suspected to have disabilities. This could include gathering historical data on the student, administering IQ tests, administering projective testing, observations, clinical interviews, and adaptive assessments.
• Be a member of the screening team or S.O.A.R. Team in a building when requested.
• Plan and implement in-service sessions on behavioral strategies and interventions.
• Plan and implement staff development with district and building staff on new and revised testing instruments.
• Research new intervention strategies and new assessments in the areas of instructional strategies, behavior management, behavioral intervention plans and emotional disabilities.
• Conduct home visits as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the administration.

Position Type: Full-Time

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