26-27 School Psychologist

St. HOPE Public Schools•Sacramento, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

St. HOPE Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified School Psychologist to join the team! This person must be a results-driven leader who is committed to the SHPS Mission. Key attributes to describe our School Psychologist include: (1) psychoeducational expert; (2) student advocate; (3) relentless achiever; (4) continuous learner; (5) critical thinker; (6) effective communicator; (7) problem solver; and (8) people person with excellent interpersonal skills. Candidates must hold the belief that all children can succeed academically and socially and this belief must drive him or her to be relentless in his or her work. The School Psychologist reports to the Dean of Instruction and Culture.

Requirements

Holds a valid PPS credential in the area of School Psychology
Pass a criminal background check
Have demonstrated success in the field

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of full-time relevant experience in an urban, underserved community
Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish)
Knowledge of: All areas of special education including: behavior management techniques, learning theories, curriculum development and vocational development
Current laws and regulations pertaining to students with disabilities
Policies and procedures pertaining to IEP’s
Best practices in assessment
Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Docs

Responsibilities

Screen and evaluate referred scholars including selecting appropriate instruments, administering tests, observations, and writing reports which state the evaluation findings and provide for educational program recommendations.
Participate in the development of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and the individualized education program (IEP) team contributing evaluation findings and collaborating on the scholar’s educational plan.
Provide collaborative consultation and documentation of results including assisting staff with suggestions and implementation of RTI, pre-referral intervention strategies, and providing recommendations and modifications to assist staff in working with special education students in the classroom setting.
Provide individual and group services to scholars and/or parents that emphasize improved educational performance and/or conduct.
Consult with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding the child’s program and any adaptations/materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom or at home.
Provide direct services through a variety of methods (e.g., Individual or Group Counseling).
Maintain appropriate data on students to document current levels of performance and other pertinent information.
Re-evaluate, as appropriate, to determine the extent of progress and effectiveness of therapy.
Establish and monitor the necessary caseloads, procedures, and resources to manage school psychologist services to students/staff and work cooperatively to accomplish the goals of the IEP.
Provide staff training to improve the support of all scholars as appropriate.
Adhere to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations, and laws governing special education programs.
Participate in activities that promote professional development and use clinical/educational research to enhance therapy services.
Attends and participates in school-wide events both during and after-hours to promote stakeholder engagement and satisfaction
Other duties as assigned.