School Psychologist – .4 FTE Long-Term Substitute

Rondout; Accord (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Rondout Valley Central School District is seeking a .4 FTE Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist for Marbletown Elementary School to provide mandated services under IEPs and Section 504 Plans. This part-time assignment begins as soon as possible and lasts about 12 weeks, averaging two days per week with scheduling to be determined with the District.

The role emphasizes direct student services and may suit a certified school psychologist seeking a limited, part-time assignment without the full

Qualifications

• Valid New York State certification as a School Psychologist.
• Experience providing individual and group counseling to school-age students.
• Experience administering, scoring, and interpreting comprehensive psycho-educational assessments.
• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, procedures, and timelines.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and/or group counseling and other assigned school psychological services in accordance with students' IEPs and Section 504 Plans.
• Maintain an organized schedule to ensure mandated services are provided in accordance with students' plans.
• Monitor student progress toward applicable counseling goals.
• Maintain accurate service records, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• Prepare required progress reports within established timelines.
• Communicate with teachers, administrators, families, and other service providers as necessary regarding students receiving services.
• Participate in student meetings when directly related to the provision or review of assigned mandated services, as needed.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records and information.
• Comply with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, District policies, professional standards, and required reporting timelines.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment interpretation

Special education knowledge

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

New York State certification as School Psychologist

Job description

Rondout Valley Central School District is seeking a qualified .4 FTE Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist to provide mandated services to students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans at Marbletown Elementary School.

This part-time position is anticipated to begin as soon as possible and continue for approximately 12 weeks. The assignment is approximately two days per week, with scheduling to be determined in collaboration with the District.

The primary responsibility of this position is the direct provision of mandated student services. This may be an ideal opportunity for a certified school psychologist seeking a limited, part-time assignment without the responsibilities of a full-time school psychologist position.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State certification as a School Psychologist.
• Experience providing individual and group counseling to school-age students.
• Experience administering, scoring, and interpreting comprehensive psycho-educational assessments.
• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, procedures, and timelines.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Salary: Per diem & Per Contract

General Responsibilities

The .4 FTE Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist will:

• Provide individual and/or group counseling and other assigned school psychological services in accordance with students' IEPs and Section 504 Plans.
• Maintain an organized schedule to ensure mandated services are provided in accordance with students' plans.
• Monitor student progress toward applicable counseling goals.
• Maintain accurate service records, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• Prepare required progress reports within established timelines.
• Communicate with teachers, administrators, families, and other service providers as necessary regarding students receiving services.
• Participate in student meetings when directly related to the provision or review of assigned mandated services, as needed.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records and information.
• Comply with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, District policies, professional standards, and required reporting timelines.

The mission of RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is to create an inclusive, welcoming educational community where all students can find their purpose and achieve their goals.

Rondout Valley Central School District serves students across more than 150 square miles of rural communities in the Hudson Valley. The District includes two elementary schools serving grades K-3, a middle school serving grades 4-8, one high school, and a district office.

Rondout Valley Central School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected by law in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

Inquiries regarding the District's nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Superintendent of Schools, Rondout Valley Central School District, P.O. Box 9, Accord, New York 12404.