School Psychologist (0.6 FTE)

Zion Elementary School District 6•Zion, IL

53d

About The Position

BASIC FUNCTION: Coordinate, manage staff and implement activities to ensure district policies are in compliance with state and federal laws. Manage and coordinate a comprehensive system of psychological assessment and primary mental health services. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Advise school administrators, school staff, and program specialists with regard to the application of federal and state laws in the assessment process. Evaluate students for behavioral, emotional, and/or academic problems using the proper psychological instruments; including psycho-educational, functional analysis, and emotionally disturbed. Organize school staff during a crisis to implement appropriate mental health services. Participate in IEP meetings with teachers, parents, and staff regarding outcomes and recommendations. Evaluate and prepare psychological reports including recommendations for each Special Education student. Conduct individual, group, and crisis counseling within the school setting. Supervise and evaluate any graduate and PhD candidates from clinical, counseling, and school psychology programs. Coordinate with other agencies to provide liaison and consulting services regarding psychological, mental health, and behavioral issues. Communicate and refer to outside agencies, hospitals, or clinics when appropriate. Participate on the Student Support Committee. Participate on 504 meetings and implementations when appropriate. Participate in the development, management, and implementation of behavior plans for students as well as manifestation determination for suspension. In-service and provide staff development to teachers, administrators, and parents on a broad range of topics. Demonstrate strong leadership in coordinating on site mental health services. Assist teachers with behavior management issues by providing strategies and charting progress. Conduct functional behavior assessments. Participate in district Child Find activities. Staff member will effectively perform the following duties in a timely manner: Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluate student outcomes. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Plans, organizes and provides instruction based on Common Core State Standards. Administers informal and formal assessments Incorporates district initiatives within instruction (adopted programs/policies).

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to: master's degree in educational psychology, including at least one year of internship under the supervision of a credentialed school psychologist. Valid Illinois Professional Educator License
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge of: Testing practices, procedures and methods.
Various testing materials, instruments, and equipment.
Individual and group counseling techniques.
Federal and state laws and regulations regarding special education and assigned duties.
IEP preparation and implementation methods and procedures.
Appropriate referral agencies.
Record-keeping techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Applicable sections of the State Education Code.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Technical aspects of field specialty.
Cultural differences in student population.
Ability to: Perform professional evaluations of psychological, social and educational needs of students.
Develop, write and implement comprehensive Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for special education students.
Utilize various testing techniques, materials, equipment and instruments.
Counsel effectively with students and parents.
Prepare and maintain confidential records and files.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Work confidently with discretion.
Communicate effective both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Work independently with little direction.
Maintain current knowledge and technological advances in the field.
Relate sensitively to a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

Advise school administrators, school staff, and program specialists with regard to the application of federal and state laws in the assessment process.
Evaluate students for behavioral, emotional, and/or academic problems using the proper psychological instruments; including psycho-educational, functional analysis, and emotionally disturbed.
Organize school staff during a crisis to implement appropriate mental health services.
Participate in IEP meetings with teachers, parents, and staff regarding outcomes and recommendations.
Evaluate and prepare psychological reports including recommendations for each Special Education student.
Conduct individual, group, and crisis counseling within the school setting.
Supervise and evaluate any graduate and PhD candidates from clinical, counseling, and school psychology programs.
Coordinate with other agencies to provide liaison and consulting services regarding psychological, mental health, and behavioral issues.
Communicate and refer to outside agencies, hospitals, or clinics when appropriate.
Participate on the Student Support Committee.
Participate on 504 meetings and implementations when appropriate.
Participate in the development, management, and implementation of behavior plans for students as well as manifestation determination for suspension.
In-service and provide staff development to teachers, administrators, and parents on a broad range of topics.
Demonstrate strong leadership in coordinating on site mental health services.
Assist teachers with behavior management issues by providing strategies and charting progress.
Conduct functional behavior assessments.
Participate in district Child Find activities.
Supervises students in a variety of school related settings.
Monitors and evaluate student outcomes.
Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
Plans, organizes and provides instruction based on Common Core State Standards.
Administers informal and formal assessments
Incorporates district initiatives within instruction (adopted programs/policies).
Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessments, diagnosis, and research related to learning.
Demonstrates knowledge of educational research, trends, and best practices.
Provides written feedback to students.
Maintains accurate, efficient, and effective records for instructional and non-instructional purposes.
Manages classroom organization
Perform related duties as assigned.