What are the responsibilities and job description for the FT School Psychologist, District-Wide position at Manheim Central School District?
The Manheim Central School District is seeking a FT School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year.
This position is responsible for monitoring, assisting and giving instructional aid to special needs students; psycho-educational evaluations of children referred for eligibility for special education programs, gifted program student evaluations; and for the re-evaluation of students in special education programs and gifted programs.
Essential Functions:
Consultation and Collaboration:
- Provide consultation to parents, school staff and administration to identify learning and behavioral patterns that impact a student’s school performance.
- Participation in building level team meetings that focus on supports and interventions aimed at reducing the barriers to learning.
Assessment and Identification:
- Facilitate initial Multidisciplinary Evaluation (MDE) process for students referred due to significant learning and/or behavioral difficulties.
- Gather academic and behavioral data (e.g., interviews, checklists, observations, etc.) in order to provide a comprehensive profile of student’s strengths and educational needs.
- Administer, score, and analyze data from individualized student assessments.
- Compile and type written documentation of individual assessments along with information provided by various MDE team members.
- Facilitate initial Multidisciplinary Evaluations (MDE) for students referred for eligibility for gifted services.
Program Support:
- Review and sign all 2 and 3 year Multidisciplinary Re-evaluations of students currently receiving special education services.
- Participate in a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting, as needed, to discuss goals, objectives and specially designed instruction.
- Complete and gather additional assessment data for re-evaluations when a student’s IEP team determines the need to further clarify a student’s disability and/or educational need.
- Contribute and analyze data to help determine the function of a student’s problem behavior in order to assist in the development of a positive behavior plan.
Professional Practice:
- Attend workshops/conferences/network meetings to stay apprised of new developments in the field of school psychology.
- Maintain confidentiality procedures while working with students and their families.
- Maintain current knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding children’s educational rights.
- Follow school board policies and procedures.
Requirements
A master’s degree in School Psychology is required as well as a valid PA School Psychologist Certification. Experience in a school setting; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrate ability to work well with students and adults; demonstrate support or district initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrate success in working collaboratively with other professional staff.
- Ability to deliver presentations.
- Demonstrate problem-solving and being a team player.
- Ability to use technology effectively. Highly organized and timely with compliance requirements.
Benefits :
At Manheim Central, we believe in investing in the people who serve our students and community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and professional growth:
- Full health, vision, dental care plans.
- A unique partnership with Penn Medicine: 1-on-1 medical care clinic and prescriptions at no cost to qualified employees. Clinic is within a 5-minute drive from every school.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid leave
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement through PSERS and 403b plans
- Life insurance
- Staff development
- Unreimbursed Medical/HRA
- Flexible Spending Program On-site gym facilities
Why Choose Manheim Central School District:
- Mission-driven environment: At Manheim Central, our mission serves as the guiding force in all that we do. You will have the opportunity to be part of a passionate team working together to provide an exceptional education to our students.
- Supportive professional growth opportunities: We believe in investing in our employees' professional development. As a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing training, workshops, and resources to further enhance your skills and advance your career.
We appreciate your interest in joining our dedicated team at Manheim Central. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our school community. Please note: Relevant school experience is considered when calculating salary.
About Manheim Central School District: Our mission is to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become responsible, productive citizens in a rapidly changing world. We strive to create a safe and inclusive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, critical thinking, and character development.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE): Manheim Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting fairness and diversity in our hiring process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.