What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist (anticipated need) position at Sequim School District?
JOB
The Sequim School District welcomes your application for: School Psychologist - anticipated need for 2025-2026 school year1.0 FTEABOUT SEQUIM SCHOOL DISTRICTIn Sequim School District our community inspires and prepares each student to thrive. We are looking for candidates passionate about pursuing their calling to education who will partner with us to create an environment and culture where all children experience success, NO EXCEPTIONS! The Sequim School District empowers staff to inspire hope and provide flexible, innovative learning opportunities in a safe and respectful environment so each student thrives.ABOUT THE CITY OF SEQUIM: Surrounded by natural beauty and full of small-town charm, Sequim is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and lavender lovers and is one of the driest places in western Washington. An active arts community, vibrant downtown, and diverse culinary options make Sequim the cultural and commercial heart of the Sequim-Dungeness Valley on the magnificent Olympic Peninsula.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Services of a school psychologist include psychoeducational assessment, diagnosis of specific learning and behavioral disabilities, psychological counseling, and consultation, to facilitate the learning and development of children by providing services to school administrators, teachers, parents, and community agencies.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Representative Duties: Psychoeducational assessment, identification and reporting of specific learning and/or behavioral disabilities, including, but not limited to recommendations of eligibility and services for the development of Individualized Education Plans, as well as periodic reevaluations of such children, and referral for additional services.Consultation with school administrators concerning appropriate learning objectives for children and consultation with teachers and other school personnel in the development and implementation of alternative classroom methods and procedures designed to facilitate pupil learning and to overcome learning and behavioral disorders. Participation as a consulting member of the individualized program team to ensure appropriate educational placements and services for individual students. Consultation and collaboration with Special Education Case Managers in order to assist parents in understanding the learning and adjustment processes of children. Consultation with community agencies and professionals such as probation departments, mental health clinics, welfare departments, psychologist, physicians, etc., concerning pupils who are being served by such community agencies. Serve as a member of the school site team in the provision of crisis and/or mental health services while on site.Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection, dependent upon size and facility available. Maintains professional competence through participation in inservice education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities. Assist in other school programs as assigned or authorized by supervisor.Conditions/Disclaimers The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. District employees are not authorized to make promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions, and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the Superintendent. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than the Superintendent are null and void. Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Physical Characteristics: Speak clearly See to read Bend, stoop, reach and lift to perform tasks Working Conditions: School/Office environment
The Sequim School District welcomes your application for: School Psychologist - anticipated need for 2025-2026 school year1.0 FTEABOUT SEQUIM SCHOOL DISTRICTIn Sequim School District our community inspires and prepares each student to thrive. We are looking for candidates passionate about pursuing their calling to education who will partner with us to create an environment and culture where all children experience success, NO EXCEPTIONS! The Sequim School District empowers staff to inspire hope and provide flexible, innovative learning opportunities in a safe and respectful environment so each student thrives.ABOUT THE CITY OF SEQUIM: Surrounded by natural beauty and full of small-town charm, Sequim is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and lavender lovers and is one of the driest places in western Washington. An active arts community, vibrant downtown, and diverse culinary options make Sequim the cultural and commercial heart of the Sequim-Dungeness Valley on the magnificent Olympic Peninsula.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Services of a school psychologist include psychoeducational assessment, diagnosis of specific learning and behavioral disabilities, psychological counseling, and consultation, to facilitate the learning and development of children by providing services to school administrators, teachers, parents, and community agencies.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Representative Duties: Psychoeducational assessment, identification and reporting of specific learning and/or behavioral disabilities, including, but not limited to recommendations of eligibility and services for the development of Individualized Education Plans, as well as periodic reevaluations of such children, and referral for additional services.Consultation with school administrators concerning appropriate learning objectives for children and consultation with teachers and other school personnel in the development and implementation of alternative classroom methods and procedures designed to facilitate pupil learning and to overcome learning and behavioral disorders. Participation as a consulting member of the individualized program team to ensure appropriate educational placements and services for individual students. Consultation and collaboration with Special Education Case Managers in order to assist parents in understanding the learning and adjustment processes of children. Consultation with community agencies and professionals such as probation departments, mental health clinics, welfare departments, psychologist, physicians, etc., concerning pupils who are being served by such community agencies. Serve as a member of the school site team in the provision of crisis and/or mental health services while on site.Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection, dependent upon size and facility available. Maintains professional competence through participation in inservice education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities. Assist in other school programs as assigned or authorized by supervisor.Conditions/Disclaimers The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. District employees are not authorized to make promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions, and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the Superintendent. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than the Superintendent are null and void. Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Physical Characteristics: Speak clearly See to read Bend, stoop, reach and lift to perform tasks Working Conditions: School/Office environment
