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    School Psychologist Intern - Spartanburg, United States - Spartanburg School District 7

    Spartanburg School District 7
    Spartanburg School District 7 Spartanburg, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    Qualifications

    Needs to have completed, at minimum, an academic program in the area of school psychology (except for the internship).

    General Responsibilities


    Under the direction of the Executive Director of Special Education and supervision of the School Psychologist, provide direct services for assigned schools; assist in the intervention process as a member of the Student Intervention and RTI Teams; perform individual psychological observations, evaluations and assessments of referred students; explain the results of these evaluations to parents, teachers and students, when appropriate; provide consultation to educational staff regarding behavioral issues; and perform other related work as required.

    Example of Duties

    Under the direction of the executive director and school psychologist:


    • Consult and collaborate with educational staff regarding students with emotional, behavioral, cognitive and learning difficulties, in accordance with all directives, standards, procedures, policies, laws, rules, regulations, codes and guidelines;
    • Process referrals, perform observations, and administer evaluation instruments to individual students;
    • Interpret, analyze, evaluate, document, track and report results of observations and assessments;
    • Assist in the intervention process as a member of the Student Intervention and RTI Teams;
    • Assist in the development of FBAs and BIPs for students and in the implementation of recommended courses of action;
    • Support and/or facilitate Manifestation Determination Team meetings;
    • Assist in the development of 504 plans
    • Consult with teachers, support staff, parents, serve as an integral part of the team and attend meetings;
    • Maintain accurate records and other required data, prepare and submit reports in a timely manner;
    • Understand current issues, laws and regulations regarding psychological services, special education, special education trends, and other issues related to children with special education needs;
    • Maintain strict student and parent confidentiality;
    • Perform other related duties, as assigned.
    Independent Decisions

    Makes input suggestions and observations as a part of the re-evaluation process. Communicates with the supervisor and other staff as situations warrant.

    Primary Working Contacts

    Frequent contact with supervising school psychologist, executive director of special education, students, teachers, parents, and building administrator.

    Supervision Received and Exercised

    Professional field supervision of each intern is provided by a credentialed school psychologist.

    The intern field supervisor has at least 3 years of full-time experience as a credentialed school psychologist and is employed as a regular employee or consultant by the district.

    The internship includes an average of at least 1 hours of supervision per full-time week.

    The school district affords interns opportunities for professional development comparable to those provided to school psychologists in the school district.

    Unusual Working Conditions


    The school psychologist intern may be assigned to a number of school buildings, so travel and reliable transportation will be required.

    Evaluation

    The school psychologist intern will be evaluated by the executive director of special education and supervising psychologist.

    Knowledge

    Must have knowledge of modern psychological principles, processes and techniques. Accepted psychological observation, evaluation and assessment instruments, procedures and applications.

    Applicable procedures, policies, rules, regulations, codes, laws and guidelines pertaining to special education.

    Processes involved with the Evaluation Summary Eligibility Report.

    Skills

    Strong verbal and written skills; proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation.

    Data tracking and collection, record management and reporting methods.


    Skill in use of computers and technology, to include, but not limited to email, internet, Microsoft Office or equivalent software.

    Abilities

    Must work effectively with staff, students, parents and administration.

    Must be able to manage time and prioritize projects; ability to maintain a safe environment for students.

    Spartanburg County School District No.

    7 does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status in the provision of educational opportunities and benefits, in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the employment provision (Title I) of the American With Disabilities Act of 1990.

    EOE Spartanburg School District 7 does not tolerate acts of sexual or gender-based harassment.

    Any sexual or gender based harassment is encouraged to be reported to Spartanburg District 7, specifically to the District Title IX Administrator:
    Dr. Kira L. Reaves, ,


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