School Psychologist

WILSON SCHOOL DISTRICT; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost employee-only medical insurance

403(b) and 457(c) tax-sheltered annuity plans

Voluntary short-term disability

Job summary

WILSON SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a certified School Psychologist for the 2023-2024 school year. The position offers a salary ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 based on experience, along with additional payments for certifications.

The successful candidate will have responsibilities including identifying special education students, providing testing, and maintaining compliance with regulations. Comprehensive knowledge of special education and a Master's Degree are required.

Qualifications

• Certified as a School Psychologist in Arizona.
• Master’s degree required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of special education.

Responsibilities

• Identify and place eligible special education students.
• Provide psychological testing and consultations.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with IDEA.

Skills

Knowledge of Arizona and federal education requirements

Skilled in IEP writing

Ability to lead and manage a team

Effective communication skills

Education

Master's Degree

Arizona school psychologist certification

Job description

Job Description

Wilson School District is looking for a certified School Psychologist for the 2023‑2024 school year. Salary is $70,000 to $90,000 per year based on experience. Additional payment: $3,000 for National Board‑Certified Teacher, $1,500 for BLE, $1,000 for ESL, and $500 for Prov ESL.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify and place eligible special education students, provide psychological and other testing.
• Generate and maintain documents supporting placement, program design, and psychoeducational evaluations; maintain files in compliance with IDEA, 504, and state regulations.
• Consult and counsel identified SE students and parents.
• Assist with program modifications and behavioral plans for regular education students.
• Assist CST with assessment and screening of referred students, perform academic, perceptual, and behavioral assessments, review records.
• Facilitate referrals to community medical and mental health personnel, conduct telephone interviews, generate letters, and attend outside staffing and parent consultations.
• Facilitate special education program design and implementation (e.g., preschool, crisis plan, non‑violent crisis intervention, SST/MDC).
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient functioning of the unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Arizona school psychologist certification recorded with Maricopa County School Superintendent.
• Master’s Degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of special education students’ needs and programs.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Preferred Qualifications

• Same as minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Arizona and federal education requirements, IDEA, and assistive technology.
• Skilled in IEP writing, providing modifications and accommodations, building relationships.
• Ability to lead and manage a team, design and deliver professional learning, communicate effectively, interpret and answer questions from teachers about special education, inclusion, accommodations, and child study team processes, perform duties with awareness of district policies.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work requires frequent standing, walking, and sitting; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.; fine finger dexterity, verbal and written communication, and varied temperature and noise levels. Reasonable accommodations can be made.

Proof of immunity to measles and rubella or MMR immunization is required after hire.

Benefits

No‑cost employee‑only medical, vision, and life insurance; prescription drug plan; voluntary vision and life insurance; accidental and death plan; 403(b) and 457(c) tax‑sheltered annuity plans; voluntary short‑term disability; FLEX spending account; enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System.

EEO Statement

The statements in this job description describe the essential functions and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list. Employees must pass a pre‑employment drug test and a background check. Discrimination against any qualified individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. The district is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.