293-CRT-08-26 School Psychologist
About The Position
Responsible for providing evaluation/re-evaluation services for students in the Wenatchee School District. Conduct individual assessments in areas of intellect, achievement, social and emotional adjustment for students who have been made a "Focus of Concern". Participate as a member of building student study teams. Consult with teachers regarding referral, instruction and behavior management of students. Communicate with colleagues and parents regarding test results, eligibility and program needs for children. Participate with specialists, paraeducators, parents, principals, teachers and other team members to design and implement appropriate services for students. Provide educational counseling services to identified students as determined by the team. Work with the team to ensure the coordination of interagency services to children and their families. Other related services.
Requirements
- Washington State ESA certification with psychologist endorsement required
- Current assessment skill training
- Ability to facilitate team meetings
- Team player
- Thorough understanding of WAC 392-172 (special education) and federal special education regulations
- Ability to communicate well with parents, staff, and students
- Proven record meeting compliance issues and timelines
- Knowledge/experience with RTI positive behavior supports
- Experience using cognitive and achievement assessments as well as behavioral assessments to evaluate students referred
- Ability to work with teams
- Ability to complete assignments on time
- Organized
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Skilled advocate for students
- Attendance and punctuality are important functions for this position
- Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.
- Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in school systems is preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing evaluation/re-evaluation services for students
- Conducting individual assessments in areas of intellect, achievement, social and emotional adjustment
- Participating as a member of building student study teams
- Consulting with teachers regarding referral, instruction and behavior management of students
- Communicating with colleagues and parents regarding test results, eligibility and program needs for children
- Participating with specialists, paraeducators, parents, principals, teachers and other team members to design and implement appropriate services for students
- Providing educational counseling services to identified students
- Working with the team to ensure the coordination of interagency services to children and their families
- Performing other related services
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long term disability plans
- Retirement benefits
- Professional growth reimbursement, $1000/year for qualified expenses
- 12 days of sick leave
- 3 personal leave days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
