Psychologist: Provo City School District |
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This is a position for an hourly psychological tester. Hours may range from 5 to 20 per week. Certified M.S., Ed.S., or Ph.D. in School Psychology. Or, M.S. or Ed.S. level cognitive testing classes completed and currently enrolled in a certified School Psychology program. Questions: Contact Scott McCauley at 801-400-3355 |
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The job of a Psychologist is done for the purpose/s of providing comprehensive services for students with disabilities, or students at risk of IDEA-identifiable disabilities; educates and supports students, families, and education professionals to provide effective services and management of students with disabilities; ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, administering appropriate diagnostic assessments and progress monitoring tools; collaboration to develop and monitor effective IEP services for identified students. This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: Provides direct services to students receiving Special Education services and works closely with District Psychologists and other service providers to meet student needs. Assesses student and family needs (e.g., financial, medical, behavioral, mental, physical, etc.) for the purpose of developing and implementing individualized plans of services to support educational objectives. Attends required training for the purpose of following current regulations, best practices, and developing required skills. Collaborates with special education teams to conduct appropriate assessments; review and analyze data; obtain parental consent for assessments; communicate procedural safeguards and parental rights for the purpose of developing highly effective IEP meetings to promote student success. Consults with parents, teachers, and other school personnel for the purpose of determining causes of and solutions for student problems. Documents student progress and record of services; compiles communication logs with parents and IEP team; manages and reports on Medicaid services and data for the purpose of maintaining accurate records of services and communication. Documents services and student progress in student's special education files for the purpose of complying with federal, state, and district policies and procedures. Maintains a variety of electronic and print case records for the purpose of documenting activities and complying with mandated requirements.
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This position will remain open until filled. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||