School Psychologist - FTE

Job Description

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This posting is for the  school year.

Education Level: Education Specialist degree in School Psychology;
South Dakota Certification or licensure;
South Dakota Teacher Certificate

Experience Desired: Successful internship in school psychology. Interns welcome to apply. Candidates with BCBA credentials are encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements: Constant hearing, hand-eye and mind-eye coordination; frequent repetitive motions with wrists, hands and fingers, scheduling, sitting, speaking, walking, talking and writing are required. Ability to drive a car is required.

Other Requirements: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skills in human relations, leadership, and conflict management. Competence in completing assessments, developing interventions, and consulting with others.

• Conducts individual psychometric assessments and interpretation of evaluation results to design individualized student plans.
• Assist teams in navigating special education processes and procedures.
• Participates in building problem-solving team meetings and supports a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) model for delivering academic and behavioral interventions.
• Monitor student progress. Collect and interpret student and classroom data.
• Assess diverse learning needs and provide culturally responsive services to students.
• Utilizes evaluation and intervention techniques consistent with current professional standards.
• Builds interpersonal relationships and establishes positive rapport with students, colleagues, administrators and parents.
• Establishes student success as a primary goal and provides opportunities for students to experience success. Contributes to a learning climate that promotes the orderly behavior of students while maintaining the dignity and positive self-concept of each student.
• Monitor and effectively communicate with parents about student progress. Consults with teachers, parents and school personnel to enhance school performance.
• Plan appropriate programs and interventions for students with learning, behavior and social needs. Works directly with students or families to help solve problems related to learning and mental health.
• Seeks out and participates in professional growth experiences. Uses a growth mindset and displays a desire for continuous improvement.
• Provides counseling, social skills training, behavior management and other interventions.
• Connects families with community service providers when necessary.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of academic programs, behavior management procedures and other services provided in the school setting.
• Conducts research to generate new knowledge to improve learning and behavior.
• Participates in school and District committees and abides by Board policies, rules, and special education guidelines.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break.

View the  School Psychologist Salary Schedule –  salary schedule coming soon!

Pay day on the last day of the month.

Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break.

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week (9 months).

Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more).

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required.

Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing:
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• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Kyle Babb, Related Services Supervisor
• Instructional Planning Center
• Phone:
• Email: kyle.babb.us