School Psychologist or Intern
2020-2021 School year; 100% FTE
Location: Mandan Public School District
Job Summary:
The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students’ social, emotional, and educational success. In collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities the school psychologist promotes effective educational environments.
Essential Functions:
- Conduct psychological assessments and interpret results for students and participate in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem-solving meetings.
- Monitor completion of case study evaluations and participate in IEP conferences and MTSS meetings.
- Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight into the development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans.
- Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate.
- Provide assistance to staff in the design and implementation of appropriate interventions and accommodations for students.
- Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem solving in the classroom.
- Provide support services to parents/guardians as needed.
- Coordinate and/or collaborate with a range of individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families.
- Provide and/or assist in professional development for staff, parents, and/or community.
- Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data.
- Participate in building or program activities and meetings as appropriate.
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Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.
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Support MSSEU Policy, MSSEU and Governing Board Goals and Objectives, and The School Code of Ethics.
Reports To:
MSSEU Special Education Director.
Qualifications:
- Valid ND Teaching Certificate in School Psychology. Knowledge of methods of assessment; systematic processes to collect data, translate assessment results into empirically based decisions about service delivery and evaluate outcomes of services.
- Knowledge of learning processes, appropriate instructional interventions to meet students’ needs, and the ability to implement and assess their effectiveness.
- Knowledge of behavioral mental health, collaborative and/or consultation models and methods and their application.
- Participate in twelve (12) hours of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and techniques.
Salary:
Salary is competative commensurate with applicants training and experience. Full certified benefit package incuded.
Application Procedures
Please attach a resume to your electronic application. All application material must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Application form and resume should demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed to meet the qualifications for this position. Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.
Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
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