School Psychologist

Hiawatha Valley Education District is seeking a talented, motivated School Psychologist to serve schools within the Education District. This position is 1.0 FTE.

• Conducts psychological assessments; evaluates students for special education/section 504 needs, educational skills, social skills and emotional status
• Designs and facilitates programs for children at-risk for failure within the typical learning environment
• Facilitates communication between teachers, administrators, parents and students to find solutions to academic, behavioral, and mental health problems; assists others to understand child issues.
• Provides psychological counseling; helps students, families and school manage crisis situations to minimize their effect on the learning and mental capacity of the child
• Evaluates the effectiveness of academic and behavioral management programs being used; disseminates research for use in evaluations and programs
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and create Behavior Intervention Plans
• Provide leadership to staff and administration in the areas of Multi-Tier Systems of support (MTSS), Response to Intervention (RtI), and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Facilitate data-team (screening/progress monitoring) and child-study team (individual problem-solving) meetings

• Knowledge of child psychology principles, assessments, methods, behavior modification, etc., and current developments in child psychology.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Must demonstrate the ability to coordinate special education/section 504 services and comply with special education/section 504 rules and due process requirements.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) (RtI/PBIS) and various evidence-based practices.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent of the School District served and/or HVED Executive Director.

• Certification/License:
  School Psychologist
• Minnesota State Certification as a School Psychologist
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's Degree in Psychology.

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Successful prior School Psychologist experience preferred.

Uses standard office equipment such as computer/laptop, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Salary Range: $54,963 - $89,988 plus competitive benefits package. Based on years of experience and credentials.

Exempt.