School Psychologist, Heritage High School - Summit Program

School Psychologist, Heritage High School - Summit Program 1.0 FTE

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Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through
Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Summit Program is a district program for students with significant Affective Needs and is located at Heritage High School. This program requires a dynamic, skilled and experienced School Psychologist who is invested in supporting students with complex mental health needs as part of a strong, collaborative team.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to maintain and demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing needs; knowledge of current special education laws and practices; demonstrate effective group facilitation skills; ability to work individually with students; knowledge of best practices in assessment, service delivery and response to intervention models; demonstrate ability in using data in developing IEPs, functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, danger assessments and crisis intervention. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships with colleagues, students and parents; desire and ability to function as a team member; ability to work with students in whole class and small group settings, knowledge of effective behavior management techniques; knowledge of running effective counseling groups; case management; crisis intervention; effective oral and written communication skills.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION:
1. Minimum of 60 graduate semester hours for the preparation of school psychologist.
2. Hold or be eligible to hold a Colorado Department of Education License.
3. Hold appropriate endorsement(s) as school psychologist.

EXPERIENCE:
1. Successful completion of internship in school psychology.
2. Previous teaching experience subject area and/or level desirable.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: (Annual salary schedule based on 1.0 FTE)
WORK YEAR: 187 contract days
FTE: 1.0

BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://littletonpublicschools.net/employee-benefits