Psychologist

Altar Valley School District #51
Position Description

JOB TITLE:                                            PSYCHOLOGIST
DEPARTMENT:                                      District
REPORTS TO:                                       Exceptional Services Director
FLSA STATUS:                                      Exempt
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:                       None
FTE:                                                          .5
SALARY:                                                  $33,000 -  TBD based on experience

SUMMARY:  Provides district level special education support services, including psycho-educational assessment and consultation for students with disabilities.  The School Psychologist also assists the Exceptional Services Director in matters pertaining to the special education of students with disabilities.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses appropriate testing and diagnostic practices to assess students referred for evaluation.
• Assists in identifying students with disabilities according to federal and state eligibility guidelines.
• Evaluates students at the preschool level to assist in determining eligibility for preschool services.
• Makes recommendations for placement and strategies to assist students with learning and/or behavioral difficulties.
• Attends IEP, MET, and other meetings to interpret psycho-educational results and assists with placement of special education students.
• Prepares and submits reports on all students evaluated.
• Consults with RTI, SAP, and Intervention teams as needed.
• Assists with in-service training.
• Attends conferences and workshops pertaining to school psychology and keeps abreast of new developments in the field.
• Serves as a liaison with parents, school personnel, and community sources that provide educationally-related support services.

  
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:

• Valid Arizona School Psychology certificate is required. 
• Master’s degree in psychology 
• Demonstrated interest and experience in student development in a professional environment
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license.

 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge of accepted childcare methods and behavior management techniques and knowledge of relevant government regulations.
• Ability to operate standard office and computer equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with children and adults.
• Skills in working effectively with students and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situation.
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community business members.
• Ability to work independently and to maintain confidentiality.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.
• Computer Proficiency: Utilizes all appropriate, available and relevant technology to ensure duties are performed effectively.