Psychologist

Location: Brush Prairie

Position Description

SCHOOL YEAR

Continuing 1.0 School Psychologist position

Location to be determined

Essential Functions:

* Establishes collaborative culture to promote a positive teaching and learning environment

* Provides counseling supports and services to students with differing abilities

* Conducts comprehensive evaluations of students referred for consideration of special education eligibility

* Leads or co-facilitates school problem-solving teams for initial evaluations

* Aids in the development of positive behavioral interventions and supports for students with social, emotional, and/or behavioral needs

* Develop and plan interventions with teachers for students to support the teaching-learning process

* Provides consultation to parents, teachers, other school personnel, and community agencies, as appropriate, to enhance the learning and adjustment of students

* Assists in the planning, development, and evaluation of services to meet the needs of students

* Actively engage students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities

* Works in a flexible and cooperative manner to advocate for students

* Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times

* Serves as a positive role model for students and staff, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students and staff

* Maintains regular and punctual attendance as set by the assigned building/location to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements

* Supervision of students

* Performs other responsibilities related to the role of school psychologist as determined by the Special Services Department

Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate and acceptable.

Qualifications:

* Valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certificate for the role of School Psychologist

* Master's degree, Educational Specialist degree, or Doctorate in School Psychology or equivalent from an accredited college of higher learning

* Successfully complete Washington State Patrol background check. Employee is responsible for the cost of the background check.

* Must be flexible, exhibit a commitment to accomplishment, possess outstanding communication and conceptual skills, demonstrate appropriate and positive student relationships, possess a strong professional orientation, and be willing to actively participate in a team environment

* Knowledge of varied models and ability to apply methods of assessment, data collection, strategies of consultation, collaboration, and communication applicable to students, parents, staff, & community agencies

* Knowledge of biological, cultural, and social influences on academic skills; learning, cognitive, and developmental processes; evidence-based curricula and instructional strategies

* Knowledge of biological, cultural, developmental, and social influences on behavior and mental health; and evidence-based strategies to promote social-emotional functioning

* Knowledge of school and systems structure, organization, and theory, including both general and special education

* Knowledge of principles and research related to resilience and risk factors in learning and mental health, and ability to apply services in schools and communities to support multi-tiered prevention and intervention (Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports)

* Energy and enthusiasm in working with students with disabilities

* Knowledge in, or willingness to learn and use instructional technology, web-based special education programs/systems, and scoring software

* Knowledge and understanding of the impact of second language development on a student's educational progress, and reflecting that knowledge through the evaluation process

* Must possess a valid driver's license

* Must provide own transportation

* Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse

* Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning, and instructional tool

* Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives

* Character to act as a role model for students in fulfilling the requirements of RCW 28A.150.211 and RCW 28A.405.030.

Position Summary:

This professional will provide consultation, individual/group counseling, and comprehensive evaluation services designed to enhance student potential to optimally benefit from educational experiences. Services will be provided at one or more primary, middle, and/or high school sites.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This position classification requires subject matter expertise, psychological assessment, and guidance processes. Responsible and directly related assessment and psychological counseling are required to perform problem analysis and to arrive at alternative solutions to student academic,…