POLSON SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB POSTING NOTIFICATION

Date of Posting:       May 7, 2021

Closing Date:          Until filled (application review to begin on May 21, 2021)

Position Title:          School Psychologist, 1.0 FTE

Job Site:                  District Wide

Contracted Days:    187

Salary:                    $55,000.00 per year

Start Date:               On or around August 26, 2021

Apply to:                 Complete application submitted through Talent Ed applicant tracking platform: https://polson.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Application Material:

• Completed Polson School District Certified Staff Application
• Successful Fingerprint Background Check

Requirements:

• Holds or ability to obtain a current Class 6 School Psychologist License from the State of Montana

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  As annually approved by Polson School District #23.

NON-DISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE:   The Polson School District Board of trustees does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, or disability in employment, educational programs or activities.

Polson School District #23

School Psychologist

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Services

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST/GENERAL DESCRIPTION 

Contributes to the education of students by providing information based on psychological principles; makes an effort to understand learning difficulties, social and emotional problems, and individual students’ educational needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST:

• Provides intensive psycho-educational evaluation of individual students identified as having, or suspected of having, a disability. Contributes to the written multi-factored evaluation team report (CST), utilizing diagnostic instruments and techniques appropriate for the student and to the area of disability, as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Delineates results of assessments for consideration in the development of the IEP (Individualized Education Program) for each student with a disability.

• Consults with teachers, parents, and other educational personnel on policies and procedures relating to the educational program of students with disabilities to ensure the provision of an appropriate educational program.

• Consults individually and in groups with students with disabilities and/or their parents.

• Serves as a consultant to the schools in the development of educational evaluation and accountability procedures, pupil and personnel policies, in-service activities, curriculum, and staff development.

• Assists educational staff in developing, implementing, and modifying appropriate instructional strategies, classroom management procedures, intervention strategies, and follow-up activities.

• Participates in screening programs, mental health activities, and referrals/ consultations involving outside agencies.

• Participates in the identification and placement of students with disabilities as prescribed by Montana Administrative Statutes and Rules for Special Education.

• Interprets results testing

• Formulates appropriate and practical suggestions for parents and teachers.

• Cooperates and maintains rapport with school office staffs, school personnel, and other education-related agencies.

• Grows in competence and knowledge through attendance at professional meetings and research of professional literature.

• Serves as a resource person to school staff, parents, and community in developing understanding of the principles of child development, learning, mental health, and individual differences.

• Participates in the development and implementation of new educational programs.

• Prepares formal studies and reports of services, as requested.

• Participates in building Intervention Assistance Teams, as requested.

• Participates in building meetings and on district committees as requested.

Only minimum duties are listed.  Other functions may be required as given or assigned.

EXPECTATIONS:

Demonstrates a sincere desire to aid all students.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from parents, staff, and community.

Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

Ability to handle stressful situations.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters.

Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.

Demonstrated leadership ability and general knowledge of issues and problems in all aspects of special education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Holds or ability to obtain a current Class 6 School Psychologist License from the State of Montana

EQUIPMENT USED:

Promethan Board, computer, projectors, calculator, copier, telephone/voice mail, fax.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The employee frequently will work irregular or extended hours while performing the duties of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.

Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions.

Occasional interaction among unruly children.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments.

MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are infrequently available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.

The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of non-represented personnel.