Psychologist

About Gem Prep Gem Prep is a K-12 college preparatory school. Our goal is to have all secondary students graduate from high school with an associate degree. Our elementary program builds a strong academic foundation for grades 6-12. Gem Prep schools are part of the Gem Innovation Schools organization, serving students across Idaho via large brick-and-mortar charter schools, a statewide virtual school, and microschool-like settings called Learning Societies. Learn more at www.gemprep.org. Our Mission: To prepare students for success in college by providing a high-quality, personalized, relevant, and rigorous education through exceptional teaching, innovative uses of technology, and partnerships with families. Student & Staff Competencies: Gem Prep students develop the following competencies by the time they graduate high school. Gem Prep staff are expected to possess each of these same competencies. Self-Aware, Self-Directed, Self-Disciplined Creative Problem-Solver Skilled Communicator and Collaborator Civic-Minded Position Summary The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students’ social, emotional, and educational success. In collaboration with staff, families, and students, the school psychologist promotes effective educational environments. Key Responsibilities Summarize, interpret and communicate assessment results in a meaningful, understandable way to all consumers, teachers, parents, students, administrators, ancillary personnel and other professionals. Communicates effectively, both orally an din writing with students, teachers, parents, administrators and staff members. Interacts with students and educators in a way that fosters their growth. Maintains reliability and confidentiality. Administers appropriate formal and informal individual tests in the areas of intelligence, personality, adaptive behavior and learning difficulties. Participate in annual reviews of special education students as directed. Keep informed of current research and literature in the field of school psychology. This includes conducting independent research, providing in-service training and attending personal and professional growth workshops, meetings, conferences and conventions. Assist teachers with data gathering techniques as a vehicle to stating goals and evaluating progress in behavior terms. Be knowledgeable of and appropriately recommend materials, activities and behavioral management systems to all consumers who deal with children. Serve as a liaison with a wide variety of both school and community professionals and paraprofessionals to provide the maximum services to students. Recommend corrective and/or preventive strategies designed to develop effective problem solving and coping skills of school personnel, parents, and students. Consult with parents, administrators, and teachers whenever necessary and as requested. Attend staff, in-services, professional, and inter-agency meetings as appropriate and as requested. Perform such other tasks and assume other responsibilities in Special Education as the Director of Special Services may assign. Conducts individual and group counseling sessions for students experiencing problems in which behavior management, academic and psychological assistance are necessary. This does not include long term psychotherapy. Services as a consultant in mental health for teachers, parents and administrators. Prepares and submits required reports relative to the identification and placement of exceptional children. Qualifications Holds a Pupil Personnel Services Certificate with a School Psychologist Endorsement (K-12) Knowledge of federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy governing special education, and demonstrated ability to effectively provide testing, psychological evaluation, and counseling services Experience in a classroom which may include professional teaching experience, student teaching, or special education practicum Broad knowledge of theories of individual and group guidance techniques, elementary and/or secondary school guidance program design, and career educational information and placement Strong background in the use of technology Relates extremely well to students Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community groups and organizations Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills Able to work under pressure and deadlines Maintain confidentiality of staff and students Working at Gem Prep We hire and develop excellent educators and provide strong support. We value: Results. Gem Prep works relentlessly to create efficient, measurable, and sustainable results. We strive for excellence and pursue our mission tenaciously. Ideally, you thrive working in a fluid environment where flexibility and tenacity are required. Innovation. We embrace new approaches and ideas that have a powerful impact on learning and teaching, achieving success for every student. We believe that today’s students need schools that dramatically rethink the traditional learning and teaching process for the success of every student. The status quo is not acceptable. Integrity. We are truthful, fair, and trustworthy in all aspects of our work. We expect the same of you. Humility. If you are humble and teachable, this will be a powerful learning experience for you. Your humility will be key to building trusted and authentic relationships as well as the key to your professional growth. We also understand that you bring valuable experiences and knowledge that will lift our team. Teamwork. We value each of our team members as individuals but believe that we achieve the greatest results by working together. FLSA Status: Exempt Gem Innovation Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or other protected status. Preference may be extended to eligible veterans in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Gem Innovation Schools is a drug-free workplace, and adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.