Special Education Psychologist
Location: EAC (Education and Administration Center), Colorado Springs, CO
Recruiting Start Date: 02/23/2024
Estimated Start Date: 08/06/2024
A licensed professional who has the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure that diverse student populations have equitable access to academic instruction and participation in school-related activities; develops, implements, and supports evidence-based services and/or specially designed instruction to meet the unique needs of students; supports growth and development to close achievement gaps and prepare students for postsecondary and workforce success; has a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of the home, school and community, and collaborates with all members of the education team to strengthen those connections; through reflection, advocacy, and leadership, enhances the outcomes and development of students.
Minimum Requirements:
Position requires a license from the Colorado Department of Education with an endorsement as a School Psychologist.
Essential Functions:
- Reports consistently for work as scheduled
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
- Applies knowledge of the ways in which learning takes place, including the appropriate levels of intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of their students
- Complies with applicable state and federal laws, district administrative policies, procedures, and practices, and location requirements
- Demonstrates high standards for professional conduct
- Demonstrates knowledge of effective services that reduce barriers to and support learning
- Demonstrates knowledge of school psychology and integrates evidence-based practices and research findings into services for students
- Demonstrates leadership in the school, the community, and the teaching profession
- Demonstrates mastery of and expertise in school psychology
- Demonstrates professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, and leadership
- Develops and implements services related to student needs, learning, and progress towards goals
- Engages students as individuals with diverse needs and interests, across a range of ability levels by adapting services for the benefit of students
- Ensures that students are supervised at all times
- Establishes and communicates high expectations and use strategies to support the development of critical-thinking, problem-solving skills, and self-advocacy
- Follows established policies and procedures regarding the health, safety, welfare, and education of students
- Fosters a safe, accessible, and predictable learning environment characterized by acceptable student behavior and efficient use of time in which each student has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and peers
- Instructs, assesses, and differentiates for all students' academic, social, emotional, and health needs
- Integrates and utilizes appropriate available technology to engage students in authentic learning experiences
- Links professional growth to professional goals
- Maintains accurate records
- Manages materials and supplies
- Models and promotes effective communication
- Models appropriate conduct at all times
- Performs duties as directed by supervisors and administrators
- Plans and delivers effective services in an environment that facilitates learning for students
- Provides services aligned with state and federal laws, local policies and procedures, Colorado Academic Standards, the organized plan of instruction, and the individual needs of students
- Responds as directed and as necessary in safety and/or crisis situations
- Supports and establishes safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environments for a diverse population of students
- Works collaboratively with the families and/or significant adults for the benefit of students
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions
- Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision
- Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
- Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge of and experience with how technology integration supports learning
- Knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards, curriculum, standards-based instruction, assessment, and differentiation
- Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements
- Knowledge of the academic, emotional, physical, and social development of students
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required
Compensation Range: $48,800.00-$77,004.00 (Based on education and experience at 100% FTE)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5
Hours per Day: 7.5 hours
Number of Days per Year: 183 days
Benefits Eligibility: Full-Time - Regular
How to Apply:
New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:
- A current resume
- (optional) Three current letters of recommendation
- Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts
- Applicable Colorado License or evidence of eligibility
Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.
Hiring Manager Email: jaleesa.steward@asd20.org
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