School Psychologist

Position Description:

The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, cognitive, social-emotional and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individualized Education Program (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students social, emotional, and educational success. In collaboration with families, students, staff, and communities, the School Psychologist promotes effective educational environments. The school psychologist will split their time between two ICEF schools.

Reporting:

This position reports to the Director of Special Education.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Cycle: 11 months

Salary: Commensurate with experience ($90,000-$109,000)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan

Essential Functions:

COUNSELING & SERVICES 25%

• Provide individual and group DIS or ERICS counseling per IEP requirements.

• 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.

EVALUATIONS & ASSESSMENTS 25%

• Monitor the completion of special education evaluations and participate in IEP conferences and problem-solving meetings.

• Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight in the development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans.

• Conduct psychological assessments and interpret results for students and participate in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem-solving meetings.

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT 25%

• Evaluate and/or translate research into practice and understand research design and statistics in sufficient depth to plan and conduct investigations and program evaluations for improvement of services.

• Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem-solving in the classroom.

SUPPORT SERVICES 15%

• 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.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 10%

• Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis including recertification in CPI, workshops, in-services, professional reading materials, SELPA trainings, and/or other trainings provided by ICEF.

• Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data.

• Participate in building or program activities and meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

● Valid CTC credential in School Psychology

● Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) knowledge - preferred

● At least two-years of related experience in the field of education

● Skilled in Google, Word, Excel and Power Point - preferred

● Knowledge in special education law, behavioral mental health, and learning disabilities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no direct supervisees.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

● Must believe in and live out ICEF's Core Values.

● Must ensure achievement of ICEF's mission.

● Must have an unwavering belief that all students can learn and achieve success in school

● Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to foster positive working relationships.

● Must be able to interact with stakeholders at all levels (including all staff, parents, students, and community members) in a respectful manner and provide excellent customer service.

● Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

● Must have strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

● Must attend and participate in ICEF staff meetings as required.

● Must attend and participate in ICEF training programs as required.

● Must have reliable and insured transportation.

● Must be able to travel between schools and the home office as required as a condition of employment.

● Must have a valid California Driver's License.

● Must show proof and maintain a clear TB, DOJ and FBI Clearance.

● Must provide documentation of eligibility to work in US.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

● None

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 this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; frequently required to talk or hear; and occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move and/or lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Continuing Educ./ Training

As needed

Certificate & Licenses

Valid Driver's License

Clearances

Criminal Justice/

Fingerprint Clearance

TB Clearance

Salary:

Commensurate

with Experience

Benefits

As a full time employee of ICEF Public Schools, employees are entitled to Medical, Life Insurance, Dental and Vision plans, and 403b retirement programs as offered by ICEF Public Schools. Eligible employees will also be entitled to sick leave and vacation time in accordance with ICEF Public School policies.