School Psychology Specialist - Cabot
2 days ago
Job description
Position SummaryThe School Psychology Specialist/Psychological Examiner works to support the success of students academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.
This position maintains a collaborative relationship with school personnel, students, and parents by identifying and assessing the learning, development, behavioral and emotional characteristics, and needs of students, as well as, the environmental factors that affect students' learning and behavior/emotions.
Essential Tasks And ResponsibilitiesPossess knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulation, and policies regarding students' special education eligibility and programming
Selects and administers age appropriate assessment methods and materials in order to determine the needs of the student
Interpret assessment results and compile comprehensive psychological assessment reports that address the reason for referral and include appropriate recommendations
Effectively communicate and discuss individual performance/evaluation results with school personnel, students, and parents
Participate in eligibility committee meetings and contributes to the development of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
Participate in other pertinent meetings at various schools assigned, as needed
Serve as a resource to teachers and staff regarding psychological services and the academic/psychological/behavioral needs of students
Attend professional growth activities, maintain current knowledge of trends, requirements, and special education legal and procedural developments
Attend workshops, seminars, or classes, as appropriate
Apply and use knowledge gained to promote progress in the special education area
Provide in-service training and workshops for teachers and staff regarding students with disabilities and proper procedures for the identification and referral of students
Ensure compliance of testing regulations that apply to school based psychological testing services
Conduct behavioral classroom/school observations
Assist in or conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and assist in or design of behavior intervention plans
Work with parents, teachers and administrators to develop strategies to address learning and behavior difficulties
Prepare timely reports to maintain timelines for due process paperwork completion and conferences
Provide individual and/or group counseling
Keep abreast of developments and research in the field of school psychology and shares with colleagues
Adhere to all policies of the District and the Arkansas Code of Ethics for Arkansas Educators
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the building administrator and other central office administrators, as designated by the Superintendent
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of current research, changes, and trends to facilitate positive behavior support
Ability to display excellent people skills
Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
Certification / License
Master's Degree required
Must hold a valid teaching certificate and necessary credentials for Arkansas State approved School Psychology Specialist or valid license from the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Psychology as a Psychological Examiner
Experience in conducting and interpreting evaluations and behavior modification development and producing written evaluation reports required
Successful completion of all background checks
Contract Days: 190
Salary:
Certified Teacher Salary Schedule
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