School Psychologists Cahokia Unit School District #187

The St. Clair County ROE 50; Cahokia (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated school psychologist to provide essential psychological services to students. This role involves conducting evaluations, developing individualized education programs, and collaborating with parents and school staff to address educational and behavioral challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in school psychology, a Type 73 certificate, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. Join a supportive team that values initiative and professional judgment, making a significant impact on the lives of students and their families in the community.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in school psychology and Type 73 certificate required.
• Completion of a full-time supervised internship is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological evaluations and write reports for special education students.
• Consult with parents and school personnel regarding behavioral issues.

Skills

Ability to administer and interpret psychological tests

Knowledge of special education regulations

Ability to develop individualized education programs

Sensitivity to conflicting needs of stakeholders

Ability to establish rapport with students and parents

Education

Master’s Degree in school psychology

Completion of a supervised internship

Type 73 certificate

Job description

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Master’s Degree in school psychology
B. Completion of a full-time one-year, supervised internship after completion of a Master’s Degree program
C. Type 73 certificate

DESIRED SKILLS
A. Ability to administer and interpret a variety of psychological tests
B. Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding special education
C. Ability to develop individualized education programs and formulate behavioral objectives
D. Sensitivity to the sometimes conflicting needs of students, parents, and school personnel
E. Ability to establish rapport and work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel

REPORTS TO
The school psychologist is responsible to the director of special education but school psychology services are not limited to special education students.

SUPERVISES
All designated staff and students

JOB GOAL
Exercise a high degree of initiative and professional judgment in providing school psychology services while working within the established framework of the federal and state regulations and local school district policies.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Provide psychological evaluations on students referred to special education
B. Provide psychological re-evaluations on students presently placed in special programs
C. Write psychological reports
D. Implement and coordinate the case study evaluation process to ensure the orderly identification and referral of disabled students
E. Arrange and attend all special education multi-disciplinary conferences
F. Arrange transportation for students placed in self-contained classes after initial multi-disciplinary conferences
G. At multi-disciplinary conferences: present information acquired as a result of comprehensive case studies; interpret test results to parents and school personnel; and assist in the development of individualized educational programs and behavior intervention plans
H. Coordinate the work of the district's consulting psychiatrist, audiologist, and other contractual evaluators
I. Consult with parents and school personnel regarding behavioral and educational problems
J. Assist in the coordination of pre-school screening programs.
K. Provide in-service training to school personnel

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Nine month year. Salary established by the Cahokia board of education and based upon the Master’s plus 32 column of the Teachers’ Salary Schedule.

EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Cahokia Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. Currently scheduled twice a year for the first four years and then once every other year thereafter.