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Licensed Specialist School Psychology- LSSP
Location:
Austin, TX
Description:
NYOS Charter School Job Title: Licensed Specialist School Psychology Reports to: Director of Special EducationService Time: 200 days About NYOS NYOS, an acronym for "Not Your Ordinary School", is an open-enrollment public charter school located in North Austin. NYOS provides a unique learning experience where all students strive for academic excellence in a close-knit community. We strive to build leaders to serve and succeed in a global society. NYOS encourages excellence through service learning, brain-based teaching, and low student-teacher ratios. Primary Role: This position supports Grades PK-12 Qualifications: Master's degree in psychology from accredited college or university Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologist Two years experience in providing psychology services in an educational setting Primary Purpose: Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities, Autism and behavioral problems. Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services. Special Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functions for education purposes, including cross-battery evaluation practices Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions Knowledge of psycho-social development Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Essential Job Functions: Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred studentsand to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations Score and interpret test data Develop psychological evaluation reports and behavior management plans Conduct or participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures Serve as case manager and implement the special education assessment process for students on assigned campuses Conduct group, individual and family counseling sessions and facilitative therapy for students with diagnosed problems Serve as consultant on mental health topics for instructors in the school health program Consult with school staff regarding implementation of behavior intervention plans and in managing behaviorally disruptive students. Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel with identification and understanding of students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results. Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of student and interpretation of assessment data Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed. Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents May provide clinical supervision to intern or trainee* Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of psychological services, assessment, placement, and planning for special education services Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly Provide professional development as necessary to support district goals and vision Perform other duties as assigned *Note: An LSSP must have a minimum of three years of experience providing psychological services in the public school to provide supervision of an intern or trainee. Professional Requirements: Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible Participate in approved professional development to improve skills related to the job assignment Compensation and Benefits: NYOS offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits including: Health, dental and vision insurance Short & Long-term disability Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System 403b and 457b investment plans Health Savings Accounts 8 days Paid Time Off Discounted Health Club Membership A culture of continuous learning with opportunities for professional development Essential Functions: Physical abilities include but are not limited to being able to communicate information clearly as well as the ability to see objects at a close range and at a distance, in order to establish and maintain safe and effective working relationships with staff and students. (Fingerprinting and background checks are mandatory for all applicants) NYOS Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or disability, in hiring or providing education or access to benefits of educational services, activities, and programs. The Executive Director has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX. The Director of Special Services has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Both can be reached at 12301 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78753, 512-583-XXXX. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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Nyos Charter School
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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