School Psychologist

Pay Rate : $74 / Hour on 1099 $60 / H2 on W2

Role : School Psychologist

Location : Elkton, MD

Duration : 4-6 Months w / Extension

Interview : MS Teams or In-Person

Position Type : Contract

of Openings : 2

Priority : High

Description :

GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION :

Under the direction of the Director for Special Education Services and the Principal, the School Psychologist is responsible for the assessment of students, documentation of assessment results, and provides support related to students with disabilities and / or behavioral, social, and academic needs in the Agency Public Schools. School Psychologists may be assigned as itinerant staff to several schools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION :

1.       Deliver services consistent with the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) and the American Psychological Association (APA) ethical and professional standards of practice.

2.       Observe federal, state, and local policies and regulations in the delivery of school psychology standards of practice.

3.       Work to ensure students' rights and welfare in the school and community.

4.       Conducts assessments appropriate to the focus of concern

5.       Interpret, analyze, and report assessment results; provide relevant recommendations specific to students learning, social, functional and behavioral needs.

6.       Participate as an invited member in IEP team meetings.

7.       Participate in Manifestation Determination meetings.

8.       Complete and submit comprehensive psychological evaluation reports following state and county timelines.

9.       Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and assist in the development and implementation of the Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).

10.   Assist with transition of students with disabilities from alternative placements to the traditional school setting.

11.   Consult with teachers, other school staff and parents in determining when and which academic / behavior supports, accommodations, and / or modifications students require to access the general curriculum.

12.   Counsel and / or meet with individual and / or small groups of students or parents as needed.

13.   Serve as an integral member of Student Services Team, 504 Team, Crisis Team, RTI (Response to Intervention) and other problem solving teams.

14.   Communicate and provide assistance with CCPS (Centers for Counseling and Psychological Services) initiatives : Inclusive practices, RTI (Response to Intervention), PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), etc.

15.   Coach, support, and / or consult with individual or teams of teachers regarding progress monitoring.

16.   Assist in the execution of the Comprehensive Threat and Risk Assessment.

17.   Plan and implement professional development as defined by the Office for Special Education Services.

18.   Provide information, and or education to school personnel and parents.

19.   Work in the summer at designated times to complete assessments, write reports, and other duties as assigned by Director for Special Education Services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION :

1.       Has obtained or is eligible for an endorsement as School Psychologist as prescribed in the bylaws of the Maryland State Department of Education.

2.       License and CPR is required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

My Account Manager,  John Alfieri  would be interested in speaking with you once you have reviewed the job description above entirely and if you feel it is a match. Please apply ASAP to discuss this opportunity and take it forward.

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You can feel free to  call John directly  regarding this role at  703-953-3118 Ext. 1113

Thanks and regards,

Mark Neville | Lead Recruiter | V.L.S Systems Inc.

Address :  4080 Lafayette Center Drive, Suite 300 | Chantilly | VA 20151

Contact : (571) 482-7504 | mark@vls-systems.com