JOB SUMMARY

School Psychologists support students’ learning, social development, and mental and behavioral health using problem solving, assessment, data-based decision-making, and the delivery of evidenced-based interventions. School psychologists collaborate and consult with educators, families and other professionals to help create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for all students.

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Education

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Contacts classroom teachers and parents once a referral for evaluation has been received.
• Meet with parents of students referred for evaluation and develops a social and medical history of that individual students.
• Investigates individual student’s backgrounds, medical history and classroom concerns.
• Remains current regarding latest testing measurements, research, and initiatives in the field of education assessments and evaluations.
• Administers evaluations and provides a written report on individual students within the timelines established by state and federal law.
• Establishes rapport with building staff, students, and parents in order to provide the best possible evaluation of individual students.
• Conducts systematic observations of students experiencing behavioral and academic problems.
• Obtains required releases and contacts therapists or other service agencies as needed once students are being evaluated.
• Adhere to all timelines expressed by Article 7.
• Participate as a member of school educational planning teams, building based problem solving teams, and staffing teams to develop assistance for at-risk students.
• Other miscellaneous duties, as assigned by administration.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Indiana Licensure as a School Psychologist
• Thorough knowledge of IDEA / Article 7
• Previous experience as a School Psychologist preferred but not required
• Effective spoken and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail and accuracy of information
• Ability to work with teams, either as a leader or participant
• The position covers multiple school buildings and sites and requires use of personal vehicles for travel with mileage reimbursement.

TO APPLY USE ONLINE APPLICATION @ https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/Merrillville-CSC

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Send letter of interest and resume to Executive Director of Special Education, Denona Pryor - dpryor@mvsc.k12.in.us

EFFECTIVE: 2024-25 school year, 195 days

ASSIGNMENT: Full Time

SALARY RANGE: $53,000-$66,000

EVALUATION: The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the MCSC’s policy on certified staff evaluation.