School Psychologist

School Psychologist

District 70's mission is to educate each student to achieve his or her full academic potential. We see D70 as a place where all children and adults are valued, similarities and differences are addressed, individuals are respected, and all children are treated as our most valuable resource and best hope for the future. We see a safe and trusting environment where children and adults are actively engaged in lifelong learning.

We see a partnership with our schools and communities that flexibly responds to the educational needs of all learners in an ever-changing world.

Pueblo County School District 70 is located in beautiful Pueblo, Colorado, where the Fountain and Arkansas Rivers converge and the eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains. Established in 1950 through the consolidation of 35 smaller districts, District 70 is one of Colorado's largest geographical school districts. With a commitment to excellence, we educate a diverse student body of more than 10,000 from Pueblo County and surrounding areas.

Join us on a journey of academic excellence and community spirit.

Location:

Multi-Assigned, Department of Exceptional Student Services

Work Year: 175 Days, 151 Student Contact Days

Specialists must participate in New Teacher Orientation as a condition of employment

Salary Range: $71,222-$123,792 ($71,222-$86,242 for external candidates dependent on experience and education)

Pay will be prorated based on start date. FLSA Classification:
Exempt

School Psychologists collaborate with teachers, parents, and school personnel to improve classroom management strategies or parenting skills; address mental health issues; assess, identify and work with students with disabilities or gifted and talented students; and improve teaching and learning strategies for all students. Coordinate and facilitate the needs of students and the school district including evaluation, counseling, consultation, crisis intervention, threat and risk assessment, staff development, research, educational planning and coordination with outside agencies.

Maintain case records on all referred students.

Please review the full job description link found at the bottom of this posting for qualifications and details.

Condition of Employment:
Applicants must be willing to participate in District No. 70 Payroll Direct Deposit Program. All hires will complete a background check.

Procedure for Application: A Certified Application must be submitted on-line trict
70.org. Incomplete applications or those not fully submitted will not be forwarded for review.

Based on employment status, District 70 offers a variety of benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Annual leave, vacation, and holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cafeteria Plan (Section 125)
• PERA Retirement
• Access to additional benefits through optional payroll deduction

A full list of benefits is located on our website under the District Information Tab in the Human Resources Department.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Pueblo County School District 70 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services.

Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is prohibited accordance with state and/or federal law. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public.

The following person(s) have been identified as the compliance officer for the district:
Robert DiPietro,…