School Psychologist

Job #5096, #7097, 1604, 7386, 7098

QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Valid Arizona Department of Education School Psychologist, PreK-12 Certificate
2. Masters Degree in Psychology from accredited institution
3. Ph.D. in Psychology preferred
4. Three years’ experience as a School Psychologist preferred
5. Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

1. Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
2. Strong organizational and record-keeping skills. 
3. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
4. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
5. Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to special education services.
6. Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
7. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position is held in the highest of confidentiality.
8. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies; including mandatory reporting procedures.
9. Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
10. Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities.

 
POSITION SUMMARY
The School Psychologist serves as district-level special education support service which provides psychoeducational assessment and consultation of handicapped children and adolescents.  A secondary function of the position is to assist the Director of Exceptional Student Services in matters pertaining to the special education of handicapped students.

Disclaimer:  The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide psychoeducational evaluation of handicapped students as well as consultation with parents and school personnel on issues relating to appropriate educational placement, programming and management.
2. Assesses difficulties of referred students through appropriate testing and diagnostic practices.
3. Administers tests and recommends placement for handicapped students.
4. Helps identify psychoeducational handicapped students.
5. Recommends corrective procedures.
6. Assists and consults in behavioral change programs.
7. Consults on Special Education needs of handicapped children.
8. Attends case conferences on placement of individual students.
9. Acts as a referral agent or consultant in the area of mental health topics.
10. Interprets the school psychologists services to teachers and parents.
11. Prepares and submits required reports on all students in question.
12. Cooperates with personnel of community health and social welfare agencies.
13. Acts as liaison between the school and juvenile court.
14. Attends staff, professional, and interagency meetings.
15. Assists with in-service training of school personnel.
16. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field.
17. Serves as a school liaison with community sources which provide educationally-related support services.
18. Coordinates compliance with P. L. 92-142 procedures and consultation regarding other regulations pertaining to Special Education.
19. Coordinates and evaluates students at the preschool level to determine eligibility for pre-school services.
20. Participates in planning and placement of students outside of the District.
21. Attends State Department and Agency meetings at the request of the Director.
22. Coordinates mainstreaming efforts on a district-wide level.
23. Makes home visits to parents of Special Education students.
24. Attends conferences and workshops pertaining to school psychology.

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms, sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend as necessary. The employee may lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing a minimum of 10 pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. The employee will read correspondence and computer screens, and use the telephone.   
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Indoor school building and office environment. This position regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have substantial contact with parents, students, staff, and the public.
 
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
The School Psychologists reports to the Director of Exceptional Student Services.  The School Psychologist will interact cooperatively with all other staff positions.  All elements of good human relations will be practiced.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN
SUPPLEMENTAL:  Classroom Site Fund - $10,000 annual or prorated based on start date!
**BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details, please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT
Human Resources - 515-2760 or human.resources@svps.k12.az.us

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.