Elementary School Psychologist - Special Education - Part Time

Full Time
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
Posted
Job description
    JobID: 3587

    Position Type:
    Student Support Services/School Psychologist
    Date Posted:
    5/9/2023
    Location:
    Building TBD
    Date Available:
    Fall 2023
    Closing Date:
    Until Filled

    POSITION DESCRIPTION

    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.

    PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

    • Masters or Ed.S. degree in School Psychology required
    • Meet the requirements, at a minimum, under R380.20I et seq for a preliminary School Psychologist certificate as outlined by the Michigan State Department of Education
    • Experience in collaborative consultation
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community
    • Knowledge of general education curriculum and adaptation
    • Experience in conducting functional behavior assessments and developing behavior plans
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral mode
    • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions


    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Conduct extensive psychological evaluation of referred pupils as part of a multi-disciplinary team
    • Collaborate with teachers in developing curriculum, behavior management and teaching strategies
    • Consult and counsel referred pupils, administrators, school personnel, parents and others concerning students' educational needs
    • Interpret psychological and other diagnostic data to school personnel, parents, pupils and others
    • Serve as possible members of building level Key Identified Personnel Teams
    • Lead & Facilitate initial & 3 year re-evaluations following MARSE
    • Serve as a member of the Individual Educational Planning Team
    • Make recommendations on ways to assist referred students(s)
    • Ability to communicate effectively and deal with coworkers effectively and professionally
    • Maintain regular, predictable in-person attendance
    • Follow work rules

    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.
    • Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.
    • Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
    • Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
    • Occasional bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs.
    • Prolonged periods sitting and working on the computer to complete necessary paperwork.

    Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

    COMPENSATION

    Salary is based on the GPEA CBA, which may or may not recognize previous professional teaching experience. GPEA Members are also eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance. Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System www.michigan.gov/ors. Additional information regarding employer sponsored health care plans can be found at: https://www.gpschools.org/Page/18976


    SELECTION PROCEDURE
    • Applications will be accepted until vacancy is filled
    • The successful candidate must meet State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.





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