What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at Olympia School District?
Job Purpose Statement : The job of "Psychologist - School" is done for the purpose / s of providing information on student's functioning and recommendations regarding their successful transition to and from school; to develop, coordinate, and provide student assessment support to social services coordinators and classroom teachers as required for successful educational programming and classroom support.
Certificated Required Attachments :
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- 3 Certificated Reference Letters
- Valid Washington State Certification
This is a one year only 1.0 FTE position.
Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive vacation leave, paid holidays and additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.
Essential Job Functions :
Program Eligibility and Compliance : Act as the lead / coordinator for building-based Special Services Programs :
IEP Management : Provide behavioral support and interventions :
Provides support for students and teachers in classrooms :
Classroom Interventions :
Student and Family Support : Provides support for families :
Essential Job Requirements - Qualifications :
Skills to communicate effectively, problem solve.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
Olympia 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. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination : Title IX Officer - James Whitehead, (360) 596-8545, jwhitehead@osd.wednet.edu ; Executive Director of Elementary Education - Autumn Lara, (360) 596-8534, alara@osd.wednet.edu ; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) - Ken Turcotte, (360) 596-7530, klturcotte@osd.wednet.edu ; ADA Coordinator (Staff) - Starla Hoff, (360) 596-6185, shoff@osd.wednet.edu ; Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator - Scott Niemann, (360) 596-6185, sniemann@osd.wednet.edu . Address : Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506.
The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer : Voice : (360) 596-6185 or TDD : (360) 596-7537 or FAX : 360-596-6181.
