ESA - Psychologist - Gig Harbor, United States - Peninsula School District

Description

Additional Position Information

nd Avenue NW | Gig Harbor, WA 98332 |

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST lONG TERM SUBSTITUTE

Certificated positions are based 180 Student Contract days with additional 3 days of State required Professional Development days. Additional (optional) Professional Development and Implementation days are offered and will be used to improve student learning. Educators will be compensated in accordance to educator per diem rate of pay and paid as worked.

• Additional $2300 special education stipend.
• School Psychologists receive a supplemental contract for 10 additional days that are calledared and worked before and after the base contract year.

DESCRIPTION

A school Psychologist works within the educational system to help children with emotional, social, and academic issues. The goal of school psychology is to collaborate with parents, teachers, and students to promote a healthy learning environment that focuses on the needs of children.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Washington State ESA Psychologist Certificate required. Information on obtaining an ESA certificate may be found here and here
• Expertise in writing IEP's
• Experience in multi-disciplinary team participation.
• Ability to design, evaluate and monitor student special education programs for students with communication and language disorders.
• Successful school experience/internship.
• Understanding of Washington State's Essential Academic Learning requirements.
• Knowledge of Special Education law.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Uses assessment to adapt curriculum and instruction so that each student experiences success.
• Reflects on personal performance for continuous improvement and implementation of best practice(s).
• Communicates effectively to build relationships and articulates high expectations with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Demonstrates a love of learning that translates into high expectations for self and each student.
• Contributes unique talents to work collaboratively for the benefit of the entire school community.
• Embraces diversity and values the contributions of each individual.
• Uses technology to enhance student learning and to communicate with parents and colleagues.
• Exhibits a passion for working with students.
• Ability to work collaboratively with different teams.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and will communicate frequently with parents on students' academic and social areas.

APPLICATION PROCESS

We are seeking the best applicants for the Peninsula School District and will give time and care to review your materials. So that we may give full consideration to your application, we require that you upload all of the required attachments.

To be considered for employment, you must first complete the Peninsula School District online application and submit supporting documents as required. Applications are reviewed on a recurring basis. Hiring Administrators will review applicant data, and then select candidates for interview for open position. Candidate selected for hire will have position details determined during the employment offer process.

The Peninsula School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX and Compliance Officer, Section 504 and ADA Coordinator, John Yellowlees, at , email . Mailing address: nd Ave. NW, Gig Harbor, WA

Conditions of Employment

• Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
• Do you have an active Washington State ESA Certificate (or be willing to obtain one by the start date of this position)?
• Will you submit to a criminal history background check?
• Upon employment, can you provide an official copy of your transcript(s) and certification?
• Do you certify the answers given herin are true and complete to the best of your knowledge?

Additional Application Steps

APPLICATION STEPS

You MUST SUBMIT an electronic application to be considered for employment. The following attachments can be submitted with your application in electronic format (NO PAPER COPIES WILL BE ACCEPTED):

ATTACHMENTS

• WA STATE ESA CERTIFICATE: A copy of your Washington State ESA Certificate will be required upon hire. Attaching a copy of the required document with the application will expedite the hiring process.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have not yet completed the process of obtaining the appropriate Washington State credential, please upload a statement detailing what steps you have taken to obtain your certificate as well as what steps you still need to take.

• COVER LETTER: A cover letter is a document sent with your resume to provide additional supplemental information in regard to your skills and experience. A cover letter shouldn't simply repeat what is on your resume rather, it should include specific information on why you would be a strong match for the position in the Peninsula School District. Cover letters may be addressed to Human Resources, the Principal, or the hiring team.
• RESUME: A current resume is a written compilation highlighting your education, relevant work experience, credentials, and accomplishments.
• TRANSCRIPTS: You may attach an official, or unofficial, copy of your college and/or university transcript(s). If you have several transcripts from multiple schools, you are not required to submit all of them.
• LETTERS OF REFERENCE: A letter of reference, also known as a letter of recommendation, is a document in which the writer assesses the qualities, characteristics, and capabilities of the person being recommended in terms of that individual's ability to perform a particular task or function. Typically, letters of reference are customarily written by a former employer(s), supervisor(s), or co-worker(s) that can attest to the individual's skills, knowledge, and abilities. You may submit up to 3 current (dated within the last 2 years) letters of reference.
• APPLICANT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:The Applicant Disclosure Statement document is a fillable form that mimics the Background Check Questionnaire. Click on this Applicant Disclosure Statement link to open a blank copy of this form.

PLEASE READ: When you click the Applicant Disclosure Statement link, the form will open in your web browser. DO NOT fill out the form from this view. Instead, save a blank copy of the form to a location on your computer that is easily accessible [such as on your "Desktop"]. Open the saved blank copy with the Adobe Reader (R) program. Mac users: the default program on your Mac computer is called Preview and is NOT COMPATIBLE with Adobe Fillable Forms. Complete the Applicant Disclosure Statement and save the changes to your form and attach the saved form to your online application.

You may submit additional materials if you wish.

Benefits

Benefits include paid sick leave and Washington State Retirement plan. This position is projected to meet the minimum hours worked of six hundred thirty hours of employment in a school year to qualify for SEBB benefits.

There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the SEBB website.

Attachments

Cert STD SVS - Cover Ltr*

Applicant Disclosure Statement*

Cert - Resume*

Cert - Academic Transcript*

Cert - Certificate*

Cert - Ltr of Recommendation*

Cert - Ltr of Recommendation 2*

Cert - Ltr of Recommendation 3

Cert - Other Attachements