School Psychologist

Stride Learning•St Louis, MO

13d•Remote

About The Position

Certified Support Staff focuses on promoting student success by responding to identified needs through implementation of a comprehensive programs and services that help guide all learners in their academic success, personal and social development, and career and college planning and readiness. Bachelor’s degree, 2-4 years related professional experience Required Certificates and Licenses: Active school psychology license issued by the state department of education and/or state board Residency Requirements: Missouri Resident Preferred The School Psychologist provides psychological services within assigned schools including, but not limited to, evaluations, reports, providing related educational recommendations, consultation, therapy, and any other applicable educational services for students of the school. The School Psychologist will obtain licensure in multiple states and serve students across multiple schools as well as supervise Psychometrists or graduate students as they provide services to students. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Missouri Online Digital Academy (MODA). We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Missouri Online Digital Academy (MODA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

Requirements

Masters degree in School Psychology and three (3) years of school psychology work experience within a public-school setting or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to work independently
Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9 – 5 or as defined by the school and time zone
Knowledge regarding Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirements
Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators
Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
Ability to create and deliver staff development
Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
MS365 Proficient
Ability to clear required background check
Active school psychology license issued by the state department of education and/or state board
Missouri Resident Preferred

Nice To Haves

Management experience
Online therapy experience
Experience with documentation for purposes of Medicaid claiming

Responsibilities

Complete records reviews ensuring all newly received documents (evaluation team reports, etc.) are compliant with state and local district laws
Take the necessary steps to ensure compliance when necessary for any existing student files
Maintain compliance with state, school, and company regulations
Ensure all existing documents are compliant following the guidelines set forth by the state
Administer academic and other assessments to currently enrolled students per mandated time frames to assist the IEP team in determining eligibility and identifying current needs of students
Lead eligibility meetings
Maintains files and/or records using specified systems, e.g., progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, reports, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance
Collect data and work samples to monitor student progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives
Document all contact with parents and interventions with students
Provide rich and engaging therapy experiences for students
Commitment to personalizing learning for all students
Demonstrate a belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectations
Understand that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain a positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner
Provide support to student support team (SST)/response to intervention (RTI) processes
Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
Complete eligibility paperwork within assigned school’s IEP system following school processes
Keep abreast of all changing legislative issues impacting special education eligibility within assigned state(s)
Provide guidance with the implementation of school, procedures and projects