Job Description:

ANTICIPATED POSITIONS: 1.0 School Psychologist – Long Term Substitute / HES / (Start Date 12/2/2024)   

QUALIFICATIONS: Certification Required
                                                    
The Hebron Board of Education has an anticipated School Psychologist - Long Term Substitute opening at Hebron Elementary School, starting December 2, 2024.
 
Position Summary:
Facilitates the learning process through effective application of diagnostic, counseling, teaching and consultation skills.
 
General:
The School Psychologist works under the direction and supervision of the Principal and Director of Educational Services.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:
Evaluates behavior on the basis of clinical observations, interviews with students, teachers, other school staff and parents, reports of other professionals, review of school records and test results;
Analyzes the psycho-educational strengths and needs of individual child;
Provides educational and personal recommendations based upon psycho-educational evaluations of individual needs according to developmentally appropriate standards;
Interprets findings to teachers to assist them in working effectively and sensitively with students with special needs in order to strengthen academic progress;
Advises and counsels parents in order to facilitate the educational progress of their children;
Plans and implements non-biased assessment practices;
As requested, assists in identification of students at risk and participates in the development of treatment strategies;
Refers children to other professionals as appropriate;
Receives and processes referrals from school personnel, community agencies and families through the PPT process;
Refers to the PPT those students whose problems appear to significantly interfere with school performance;
Works with the school team to coordinate Planning and Placement Team meetings;
Understands and facilitates compliance with all laws, procedures, and requirements related to the PPT process;
Maintains records, minutes, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and related paperwork as required by law and Pupil Personnel Services department procedures;
Counsels students as mandated through the PPT process;
Monitors implementation of programs recommended by the PPT as assigned;
Helps facilitate development of plans for individualizing educational programs for students;
Serves on the Student Support Team as required;
Regularly uses technology to assist in accomplishing job responsibilities and meeting school and district goals.
Works closely with the Director of Special Education/Pupil Personnel Services to ascertain successful execution of all therapeutic and PPT responsibilities.
Consults with staff members to improve the classroom environment according to students’ individual and group needs;
Recommends strategies, techniques and materials to enhance instructional improvement for all students;
Identifies and assesses the social/emotional needs of students in order to make recommendations to enhance the overall learning environment of the school;
Develops and/or implements short-term counseling plans for students referred by school personnel, community agencies, and parents.
Maintains appropriate records of service provision;
Serves on the Student Assistance Team, Behavior Support Team, and Crisis Team as required;
Professional Responsibilities:
Implements Board of Education and school policies and rules governing student life and conduct;
Promotes and upholds goals and objectives of the Board of Education and school;
Provides for appropriate student and parent advocacy;
Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;
Cooperates with colleagues, administrators, and other staff members;
Demonstrates an on-going interest in educational concerns and professional growth;
Upholds the ethics of the teaching profession and of the profession of school psychology as defined in the code of ethics of the National Association of School Psychologists;
Maintains confidentiality regarding personal student and family information;
Promotes the educational program in the community;
Maintains high standards for personal attendance and punctuality so that student achievement is not adversely impacted;
Performs other tasks and responsibilities as delegated by the Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services and/or the Principal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of assigned grade level curriculum; thorough knowledge of elementary or special education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, administration, and parents.
 
Qualifications:
Must have a Master’s Degree plus Sixth Year Certificate in School Psychology from an accredited college or university; must hold valid Connecticut School Psychologist certification (070)

SALARY: $113.30 per day for the initial 40 days of school, and $51,634-$100,515 range based on Education/Experience/2023-2027 Contract after the 41st day