DIRECT SUPERVISOR

Vice Principal of SPED

POSITION SUMMARY

The licensed school psychologist conducts comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations; consults with school personnel and parents regarding planning, implementing, and evaluating individual and group interventions; and functions as a member of the special education administrative team in providing services to students.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Functions as a member of the special education administrative team
• Administers, scores, analyzes, and interprets intellectual, academic, social/emotional/behavioral, and other psychometric assessments
• Conducts systematic observations and functional assessments
• Interviews with parents, teachers, and others to gather relevant data regarding student performance
• Integrates all elements of assessment data into a cohesive whole for the purpose of resolving initial referral questions and determining eligibility for special education
• Functions as a member of the student support team for the purpose of reviewing referrals and determining appropriate actions
• Edits and finalizes the evaluation team's written report
• Communicates test results, conclusions, and recommendations clearly and concisely through oral and written reporting to school staff, parents, and other service providers, as appropriate
• Consults with school staff, administration, and parents in resolving students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral concerns
• Collaborates with school staff and/or parents in developing, implementing, evaluating, and maintaining behavioral and other interventions
• Consults and collaboration with mental health, medical, social services, and other communities’ providers, as appropriate
• Provides technical assistance to school staff and parents regarding behavior management, child development, and special education procedures, as necessary and appropriate
• Provides information to parents regarding the referral/assessment process, special education services available within the school, and their rights related to special education
• Provides direct and indirect services specified within students' IEPs
• Maintains an accurate record of student, parent, and other contacts
• Attends training sessions, conferences, seminars, and department and district meetings
• Keeps abreast of changing developments, trends, and instructional and educational technologies
• Assists in acting as the LEA representative in IEP meetings
• Assists special education staff in any area needed
• Helps problem-solve to find solutions to school and student needs
• Performs other job functions as assigned

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS

• Valid, current, school psychologist credential
• State and federal background clearance (LiveScan) to work with students (Education Code Section 44237)
• Proof of a clear TB test dated within the last 60 days (Education Code Section 49406)
• Positive attitude and growth mindset
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to collect and analyze data from a variety of sources
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and demonstrate leadership abilities
• Ability to build effective relationships, work collaboratively, and gain credibility quickly to instill
• confidence of ability
• Strong decision-making, organizational, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective positive interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to resolve issues and conflicts
• Strong technology skills in up-to-date computer software including word processing and spreadsheets
• Proficient in the use of new instructional technologies
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others
• Self-discipline and initiative