This posting is for a 1.0 FTE School Psychologist for the 2025-26 school year. There are three (3) positions available.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS :
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts
- 3 Certificated Reference forms and / or Letters
- Valid Washington State Certificate
The job of the School Psychologist is to use leadership and collaboration skills to promote data based analysis of student needs for additional support and the educational development of each student.
Performance Responsibilities :
Provide evidence of high, sincere interest in students, staff, families, community members, and academic programs of the schoolsProvide strong, capable leadership in areas of assignmentEstablish rapport, communicate and collaborate effectively with students, staff, families and community membersExhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learningDemonstrate effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skillsCoordinate psychological and educational testing activities conducted for the purpose of special education eligibility determination, as well as provides information supporting the development of appropriate educational programs to special education case managersProvide direct services and intervention for students receiving special education services as required for their success, including proactive strategies such as social skills education, individual student interventions, behavioral contracts, etc.Demonstrate commitment to students, staff, families, community members and the special education programPromote a safe, positive learning environment by developing trust, communication, and collaboration with students, staff, families and community membersProvide structures and processes for data-based decision making to permit staff, students and families to participate as appropriate in developing and accomplishing individual education plans for students requiring special education, including supporting access to co-curricular programs for students based on their needs and interestsEncourage staff development through problem solving and support for case managersMaintain proper credentials; continue professional preparation and advanced training; hold membership in professional organizations; participate and teach in workshops and seminars, when possibleCommunicate and cooperate with other special education staff to achieve district goalsAssist with the development of instructional and / or behavioral goals and objectivesFunction as a case manager during multidisciplinary meetings and within assigned schoolsConduct parent and / or parent-student conferences to interpret student assessment resultsProvide training / in-service on strategies for working with students with behavior problemsObserve students with behavioral issues and design intervention strategies, such as Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans, or individualized strategies, in collaboration with the case manager and other school staffAssume responsibility for coordinating and collaborating with district and building staff and outside agencies for medical documentation, transition services and professional collaborationRecognize individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs within the context of a building-level multidisciplinary teamKeep abreast of special education trends and case law, and apply this research to district special education programsArticulate special education visions and goals to regular education and special education staffAssist in developing and implementing Childfind activitiesUse multiple student data elements to evaluate the educational needs of students, within established special education processesActively participate in activities at the state and federal levelsGive demonstrable effort toward improvement when neededPerform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodationComplete work at assigned workstation(s)Consistently deals with people in a courteous and professional mannerPerforms other duties as assignedQualifications :
Washington State ESA certification as a School PsychologistSchool counseling certification preferredCriminal Justice Fingerprint / Background clearanceCurrent First Aid and CPR certificationDemonstrated successful leadership and management qualitiesWorking knowledge of rules, regulations, and laws governing special educationAbility to work cooperatively with staff, families, community members, administration and support personnelDemonstrated understanding of strategies for working with social, emotional, and behavior needsSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.Skills, Knowledge and / or Abilities Required :
Skills to promote improvement in core subject areas, motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and evaluate performanceWillingness to learn curriculum, education code, district policiesAbilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, families, and other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines; significant physical abilities may include lifting / carrying 25 lbs., reaching / handling, talking / hearing conversations, near / far visual acuity / depth perception / accommodation / field of vision.Reports To : Executive Director of Student Support
Compensation and Benefits :
Employee Compensation and Benefits are outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement . See Article XIII Economic Provisions, Article VII Leaves, Appendix O. 2024-25 school year rates listed. 2025-26 school year rates TBD.
The District complies with State Law regarding SEBB ( School Employee Benefits Board ) and DRS ( Washington State Department of Retirement Systems ) eligibility and benefits. If eligible, SEBB benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP). Retirement benefits, if eligible, may include membership in TRS retirement plans in addition to voluntary Deferred Compensation Program and 403(b) Annuity enrollments. Paid time off is also outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement.
Notice of Non-Discrimination :
Chehalis School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Chehalis School District offers classes in many career and technical education (CTE) program areas, including Agriculture, Business and Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, Skilled and Technical Sciences, Health Sciences and STEM. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.
The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination :
El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis no discrimina en ningn programa o actividad por sexo, raza, credo, religin, color, origen nacional, edad, estado veterano o militar, orientacin sexual, expresin o identidad de gnero, discapacidad o el uso de un Gua de perros entrenados o un animal de servicio y proporciona igual acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.
El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis ofrece clases en varias reas con programas de educacin vocacional y tcnica (CTE), incluyendo Agricultura, Negocios y Mercadotecnia, Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor, Ciencias Tcnicas y Calificadas, Ciencias de la Salud y STEM. La falta de dominio del idioma ingls no ser una barrera para la admisin y participacin en programas de educacin profesional y tcnica.
Title IX Coordinator
Athletic Director / W.F. West High School Assistant Principal
Tommy Elder
310 SW 16th Street
Chehalis, WA 98532
360-807-7235
telder@chehalisschools.org
Section 504 / ADA Coordinator
Executive Director of Student Support
Katie Howell
2025 SW Salsbury Ave
Chehalis, WA 98532
360) 807-7245 option 3
360) 748-8767 Fax
khowell@chehalisschools.org
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Executive Director of Human Resources
Leslie Wohld
310 SW 16th Street
Chehalis, WA 98532
360-807-7200
lwohld@chehalisschools.org
Career and Technical Education Coordinator
W.F. West High School Principal
Don Bunker
310 SW 16th Street
Chehalis, WA 98532
360-807-7235
dbunker@chehalisschools.org
