Psychologist Intern (26-27SY)
About The Position
Under direct supervision, incumbent provides psychological services in the school environment to include evaluation, consultation and program development to benefit students and their families who require special education or are at risk. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed. In other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the position. Working under the supervision of a district school psychologist, the intern will participate in Student Success Teams, Multidisciplinary Teams, and IEP Teams. Attends or conducts conferences on placement of individual students. Re-evaluates special education students as per the requirements of the law and conduct screenings and initial evaluations as assigned. Completes written evaluation reports for review by supervisor. Completes district-required paperwork. Assists with program modifications and/or behavioral intervention plans. Assists teachers directly in improvement of instruction through conferencing and classroom improvement. Reports evaluation findings to administrator, faculty, and/or parents. Participates in school-based activities defined by the Special Services Director and supervising psychologist. Completes all requirements of university internship program. Consults with parents, staff, and/or applicable state and community agencies, including scheduling meetings. Works with others in developing programs for students needing special education or students at risk including determining staff, materials and dates and observing programs for effectiveness. Maintains working relationships with school personnel and demonstrates a high level of ethical, professional performance expected of Osborn School District employees. Provides in-service training on behavioral techniques and processes including determining the audience and the most effective presentation method. Maintains frequent and proper communications with supervising school psychologist, principals, and the Special Education Director regarding students at respective campuses. Oversees and supports assigned special education program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Four year college degree in education or behavioral/social sciences
- Must have completed graduate coursework in School Psychology program and be currently enrolled in a program of School Psychology
- Valid State of Arizona Driver’s License
- IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Boys Town Specialized Classroom Management System
- Knowledge of Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) or comparable training
Responsibilities
- Participate in Student Success Teams, Multidisciplinary Teams, and IEP Teams.
- Attend or conduct conferences on placement of individual students.
- Re-evaluate special education students as per the requirements of the law and conduct screenings and initial evaluations as assigned.
- Complete written evaluation reports for review by supervisor.
- Complete district-required paperwork.
- Assist with program modifications and/or behavioral intervention plans.
- Assist teachers directly in improvement of instruction through conferencing and classroom improvement.
- Report evaluation findings to administrator, faculty, and/or parents.
- Participate in school-based activities defined by the Special Services Director and supervising psychologist.
- Complete all requirements of university internship program.
- Consult with parents, staff, and/or applicable state and community agencies, including scheduling meetings.
- Work with others in developing programs for students needing special education or students at risk including determining staff, materials and dates and observing programs for effectiveness.
- Maintain working relationships with school personnel and demonstrate a high level of ethical, professional performance expected of Osborn School District employees.
- Provide in-service training on behavioral techniques and processes including determining the audience and the most effective presentation method.
- Maintain frequent and proper communications with supervising school psychologist, principals, and the Special Education Director regarding students at respective campuses.
- Oversee and support assigned special education program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Career Level
Intern
