District Psychologist

Estill County School District•Irvine, KY

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About The Position

To provide assessment, consultation and counseling services; assist with specially identified program development, implementation and evaluation; and attend appropriate meetings; and to support the Mission Statement of the Estill County School System.

Requirements

Valid Kentucky Certificate with an endorsement as a school psychologist.

Responsibilities

Evaluates students who may need specially designed instruction within mandated timelines.
Completes re-evaluation of all identified disabled students within mandated timelines.
Attends SBARC meetings following the completion of evaluations.
Assists with Child Find activities.
Assists the Director of Special Education in development and implementation of special education policies, procedures and programs.
Administers the appropriate battery of tests to include individual intelligence tests.
Completes behavior observations when required.
Provides written reports and maintenance of appropriate records.
Provides consultation and assistance to the special and regular education teachers in carrying out behavior/academic modification programs.
Provides consultation and training for relevant topics to district staff.
Provides individual group counseling to students as needed.
Provides consultation and counseling services to parents as needed.
Trained in the KCCRB Critical Incident Stress Management Model.
Maintains confidentiality of students and/or staff.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education/Superintendent.