Position: Interim School Psychologist (Retirees encouraged to apply)

Serving Oneida City Schools

Join our team today and begin your journey making a positive impact on the lives of Manchester City students daily. If you feel this job is a good fit for you, we would love to hear from you today. Please submit your resume through Indeed for immediate consideration.

$213.00 - $335.00 daily rate based on based on qualifications and experience

Required to Qualify

• Master's degree
• Current Tennessee Licensure for School Psychology

Benefits Offered on a 100% Voluntary Basis:

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision, Disability, Accident, Cancer & Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan

Summary: The School Psychologist provides services as an employee of STAFFEZ serving the district as part of a diverse team. The school psychologist is responsible for providing and/or coordinating the provision of psychological test services for certification of disabilities and/or exceptionalities for students under the State of TN eligibility guidelines referred for possible special education placement.

Start Date: Immediate Until Filled

Work Year, Hours & Compensation:

Immediately until the end of the school year, student attendance days, $213.00 - $335.00 daily rate based on based on qualifications and experience, non-exempt

Essential Job Functions:

• To administer and coordinate the administration of psychological test batteries for children referred to special education including appropriate documentation and filing of timely, accurate reports of same.
• Assist parents and teachers in interpreting test results and translating results into practical learning and behavior problems
• Assist appropriate staff and parents in reviewing, understanding and appropriately applying assessment reports received from other systems or agencies.
• Participate in IEP team meetings and re-evaluation meetings to assist the IEP team in determining eligibility.
• Job requires direct in-person provision of service, therefore punctual, regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Represent the District and STAFFEZ in a professional manner by performing all job functions at a satisfactory or above level.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents, and the community in a positive, supportive, and cooperative ways.
• Performs other related duties, including special projects, as required or requested, consistent with reasonable expectations for the contracted position.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education requirements – Master's Degree and a current Tennessee Licensure for School Psychology.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of psychological assessment and determination of educational disabilities, learning theory, child development, and counseling techniques as applied to children and adolescents in the school environment.
• Knowledge of school system organization and operation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with and to gain the confidence and cooperation of students, parents, the school staff, and community representatives.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with diverse populations.
• Completion of the required Global Compliance Network online training modules.
• Demonstrated record of good attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
• Must meet criminal history background requirements (requires FBI Fingerprint and/or drug test)

Application Procedure: Apply online at Staffez.org

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons in hiring, promotion, transfer, discharge, pay, benefits, and all other aspects of employment, without regard to age, height, weight, pregnancy, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by state and federal laws.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $213.00 - $335.00 per day

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• School Psychologist Professional Certificate (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oneida, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person