Wabash River Special Services Cooperative School Psychologist Job Covington Indiana USA,Education / Teaching

Location: Covington

WRSSC – School Psychologist Opening

Summary

Provides psycho-educational services to students with disabilities within local public and nonpublic schools, assists with the development of plans which enable children to attain achievement standards and independent skills.

Qualifications, Education, and Licensure

The School Psychologist must be able to perform essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for certified staff. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Minimum of Master’s Degree in Educational or School Psychology with a successful school psychology internship.
Hold and maintain current licensure as a School Psychologist in the State of Indiana.
Possess a knowledge of Special Education laws/regulations and can follow developed procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct diagnostic evaluations to identify students’ needs, potential, and limitations by:

Observing in classrooms and/or in social situations
Reviewing all pertinent school records
Consulting with parents and school personnel
Administering diagnostic instruments
Interpreting assessment data
Collaborating with school staff on the development and writing of the IEP.

Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team for students undergoing an evaluation and coordinate resources to assure a comprehensive educational evaluation is completed.

Participate on the intervention team(s) for at‑risk students considered for an evaluation.

Provide diagnostic information to assist pupils to achieve academic, social, and emotional growth.

Utilize research to aid in identifying appropriate techniques and services to meet student needs.

Conduct reevaluations for children eligible for special education services.

Provide ongoing professional development for school and community when requested.

Serve as consultant to school principals, parents, and teachers in matters involving psychological services in the school and community.

Complete all education reports and paperwork accurately according to regulations and procedures within the required timeline.

Collaborate with school personnel on Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) as needed.

Complete Review of Records for out-of-state move-in special education students:

Reviews IEP and psycho-educational evaluation
Establishes state of Indiana eligibility and suggests appropriate special education services

Serve as a resource and make recommendations to school personnel pertaining to:

The management of pupils in the school environment
Educational adjustments to meet the needs of children
Services of children in special education

Collaborate in the evaluation of academic and behavioral management programs using data to recommend interventions.

Follow and inform others of IDEA and Article 7 rules and regulations as well as WRSSC Policies and Procedures.

Attend all WRSSC diagnostic and district staff meetings as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Contact

Ms. Jodie Akinbo Director of Special Education jakinbo

Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Job Details

Job Category: Certified Staff
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: WRSSC

Complete certified employee application on Covington Community School website at

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