School Psychologist

Why choose Union Elementary School District?

Union Elementary School District is dedicated to inspiring hope and empowering all students to courageously pursue their goals and dreams. We partner with educators and support staff to create positive, engaging learning environments and deliver high-quality educational experiences across all our schools.

• Dedicated and supportive district and site leadership
• Competitive benefits package (including 2 employer-paid medical plan options for employee-only coverage)
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage for employees
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Relocation assistance opportunities for eligible positions
• Signing bonuses offered
• Additional contract addendums available based on assignment and needs
• Collaborative and student-centered work environment

The School Psychologist supports the educational process by providing psychological services that measure and interpret the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development of students. Responsibilities include interpreting the results of psychological studies, applying state and federal laws, and developing strategies and interventions to meet the diverse needs of all students. The School Psychologist also performs duties in accordance with state statutes, district policies, regulations, and other assignments as required.

This job reports to Assigned Administrator.

• Administers standardized and/or supplemental assessments for the purpose of measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social and emotional development of children and/or determining eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assesses students' functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment for the purpose of determining student's functional level and developing recommendations.
• Collaborates with community agencies including medical, judicial, social service, and mental health service for the purpose of gathering information to meet the needs of specific students.
• Communicates with students and/or parents with teachers and/or other personnel for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts.
• Compiles information from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, nurse, probation officer, mental health agencies, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of producing a comprehensive evaluation report in compliance with established guidelines.
• Coordinates 504 program components, support needs, and material for the purpose of delivering services which conform to established guidelines.
• Counsel students for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
• Conducts site-based educational research for the purpose of tailoring teaching methods, resources and interventions for students.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records of students for the purpose of ensuring compliance with FERPA.
• Serves as a liaison between students, parents, school staff and community agencies surrounding issues and events for the purpose of using specific skill set of a school psychologist.
• Provides professional development opportunities to staff as required or as assigned.
• Facilitates activities related to the implementation of the Response to Intervention (RTI) model and is an integral part of site teams for the purpose of assisting with analyzing and interpreting data derived from the RTI process.
• Develops behavior and academic plans, recommendations regarding curriculum modifications for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
• Delivers services such as functional behavior assessments, behavior plans, threat assessments, safety plans, parent training/communication and PBIS training for leadership teams.
• Serves as a resource to committees, school administrators, and school personnel surrounding issues and events that would benefit from the specific skill set of a school psychologist.
• Participates in trainings, conferences, meetings, workshops and other professional development activities, as required or assigned.
• Provides consultation to students, teachers, and other school personnel and parents regarding students' academics,…