School Psychologist

Title: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Focus: Preschool in Defiance County (Central Local, Hicksville, and Northeastern)

Position can be filled either as part-time or full-time.

Reports to: Assigned administrator/supervisor

Job Objective: Provides psycho-educational assessments, intervention planning and consultation services.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Holds/maintains valid Ohio State Board of Psychology and Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services licenses as a school psychologist. · Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators. · Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks. · Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment. · Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills. · Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct. Note: Employees must obtain training and maintain skills to fulfill compliance requirements applicable to the position as required by board policy and state/federal law.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides student assessments to identify developmental, learning, behavioral and/or mental health problems. Develops interventions to prevent/remediate identified concerns.

• Assists with program planning. Identifies opportunities to enhance student learning.
• Contributes to the development of dropout prevention, re-entry and school completion programs.
• Conducts evaluations for early entrance, gifted and non-public school programs.
• Collaborates with staff to identify students struggling with academic and/or social-emotional issues. Helps investigate student concerns (e.g., abuse/neglect, attendance, discrimination, domestic violence, emotional/behavioral issues, pregnancy, poverty, self-esteem, substance abuse, etc.). Initiates contact and collaborates with parents, school personnel and/or community resources to address student concerns.
• Coordinates the Evaluation Team Report (ETR) process and parent/student conferences.
• Administers/interprets diagnostic tests. Recommends student services relevant to needs.
• Participates in a differentiated referral system (i.e., informal intervention process) that allows staff/parents to request a consultation and/or student evaluation.
• Collaboratively identifies and resolves problems that impede student learning. Implements evidence-based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames.
• Assists with 504 accommodation plans. Serves as a parent/staff resource for plan implementation.
• Helps staff with Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
• Completes Evaluation Team Reports (ETR) by required deadlines.
• Works with staff to monitor intervention efficacy. Recommends modifications as needed.
• Advocates for students. Facilitates inclusive educational opportunities for all students.
• Allots time for individual/group and classroom counseling. Helps students make appropriate choices and improve personal skills (e.g., accountability, interpersonal communication, responsible behavior, self-confidence, etc.). Encourages creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance.
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of all required Medicaid reports.
• Directs the work of a school psychology support staff when applicable.

2. Exemplifies professionalism to enhance NwOESC and member district public images.

• Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Performs all aspects of the job.
• Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record. Provides prompt notice of delays or absences.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards.
• Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.
• Refers administrative procedure and policy questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity.

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.

5. Keeps current with emergency management plan procedures.

• Protects program property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies.
• Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect.
• Upholds high standards for proper conduct. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.

6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Helps implement workplace initiatives to advance organizational goals.

Performance Evaluation: Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements and service center administrative procedures.

Working Conditions:

NwOESC offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation) or any other legally protected category.

Safety is essential to job performance. NwOESC is an alcohol and drug free work environment. Employees must comply with all NwOESC policies, workplace safety regulations and health laws.

This job description is not intended to establish a contract or alter the terms of board authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities.

Employee duties may change in response to funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/service revisions, regulatory requirements, technological innovations and unforeseen circumstances.

CONTRACT: 2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION: Preschool in Defiance County (Central Local, Hicksville, and Northeastern)

DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

SALARY: Based on the adopted salary schedule and the candidate’s experience.

BENEFITS: Paid sick and personal leave, with health, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees working 25 hours or more per week. Membership in the State Teachers’ Retirement System is included.

APPLY TO: Submit an online application at www.nwoesc.org under Employment and include a letter of interest and resume.