School Psychologist

School Psychologist

District/Organization:  Van Dyke Public Schools

Position/Type:  Other, full time

Salary:  Per Master Agreement

Location:

Multiple positions throughout the district

Position Type:  Full time and in person

Work Year:  180 days per PPVD contract

Salary & Benefits:

Salary based on qualifications and experience per PPVD contract

Reports to:

Building Principal and Director of Special Services

Job Summary
The School Psychologist is an integral member of the school’s evaluation, mental health and behavior support team.

Qualifications

Michigan Full or Temporary approval as a School Psychologist with the following requirements

Specialist degree in School Psychology or its equivalent or in the final year of program.

Completion of a minimum of 45 graduate semester hours in School Psychology or related areas in addition to internship.

Valid Michigan School Psychologist certificate or a preliminary certificate according to MDE guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate in the development of team procedures (e.g. referral, monitoring tiers, developing observation and interview protocols, developing procedures for measuring response to interventions).

Provide School Psychological services to any pupil as outlined in Special Education Rules and Regulations.

Works with staff, students, parents, local educational agencies, and community to build a shared vision of learning for students with disabilities.

Support program teams regarding Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) model implementation relative to intensifying interventions and programming for students with disabilities.

Works with staff to develop meaningful Individualized Education Programs to support increased student growth and achievement for students with disabilities.

Collaborate with staff in planning educational intervention, curriculum, behavior management, and teaching strategies, including support for PBIS.

Provide psychological evaluation for pupils referred as candidates for special education programs and provide comprehensive and accurate reports to appropriate educational authority.

Complete systematic direct observation of students as required.

Administer tests, including intelligence, achievement, adaptive behavior, perceptual‑motor, etc.

Provide and interpret assessments and evaluations to determine eligibility for special education, and identify needs for programs and services.

Collaborate with case managers and staff in the completion of the Review of Existing Evaluation Data (REED).

Develop functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans to facilitate successful learning and socialization opportunities.

Identify and coordinate accommodations and modifications of school environments for a student to obtain access to general education curriculum and instruction.

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education or his/her designee

Excellent comprehension of Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations, Section 504 and IDEA

Other

Job Responsibilities

Must have an understanding of behavioral characteristics associated with behavior disorders, autism, traumatic brain injuries, and other behavior issues.

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs; ability to plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of the students

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and community

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral form.

Ability to operate a personal computer and the necessary software.

Qualified applicants should apply on‑line by emailing a resume and letter of interest to:

Alicia Holifield, HR Generalist at  and Dawn Bruley, Director of Special Services at

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