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Posted : Wednesday, September 06, 2023 07:22 AM
**2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING**
TRANSFER PERIOD OPEN
RESUME MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION
Location: Richard A Middleton Education Center
Work Schedule: - 11 Months
Work Type: Regular Full-Time
Exempt: Yes
Pay Grade: CS3
REASONS TO JOIN NEISD
**IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CALCULATION OF PAY: The annual pay for this position is pro-rated based on the effective date of the assignment
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
* Masters Degree
* LICENSE :
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of Education and the Texas Education Agency.
PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY : : Responsible for completion of the formal comprehensive individual assessment (intellectual, educational and psychological) of students to determine eligibility for Special Education services.
Interprets test results for the student, parents and school staff as may be appropriate.
Attends Admission, Referral, Dismissal (ARD) meetings and others when appropriate to assist in the development of the students' Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
Counsels with individuals and groups of students as necessary.
Consults with instructional staff members and other school personnel regarding instructional prevention and/or intervention strategies for student learning and behavioral problems.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: : 1.
Helps in determining eligibility for special education through individual evaluation and review of data from school and home.
2.
Conducts individual intellectual, academic and psychological evaluations.
3.
Administers psychological test battery to determine possible emotional disturbance or autism.
4.
Facilitates home-school cooperation to enhance academic achievement and emotional stability.
5.
Collaborates with campus staff in addressing student needs.
6.
Interprets evaluation results to parents and school staff.
7.
Functions as a liaison between the school and the family in student assessment and interpretation of test results.
8.
Counsels individually and in-group format with special education qualified students.
9.
Assist teachers in developing student functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans.
10.
Maintains working knowledge of District curricula and instructional strategies.
11.
Attends ARD meetings to review/interpret evaluation results and provide information on teaching strategies/behavioral interventions and assist in development of IEP's.
12.
Recognizes varying school climates and adjusts accordingly.
13.
Demonstrates effective human relation skills.
14.
Deals consistently and equitably with all personnel.
15.
Communicates and promotes high expectations and regard for the individual in an encouraging and non-threatening manner.
16.
Anticipates, manages and resolves conflict effectively.
17.
Employs effective communication skills.
18.
Fosters and promotes collegiality and team building.
19.
Strives to keep personnel informed on pertinent matters.
20.
Listens with an open mind to the ideas and concerns of all constituents.
21.
Demonstrates effective decision-making skills.
22.
Actively involves staff in planning and decision making as appropriate.
23.
Collaborates in the development and planning of common vision of improvement.
24.
Conveys and instills high expectations for each student based on a fundamental philosophy that all students can learn.
25.
Weighs risks involved in proposed program changes.
26.
Focuses on ethical considerations.
27.
Ensures continuous renewal of policies and methods.
28.
Develops, maintains and/or utilizes appropriate information, management systems and records essential to the attainment of improvement goals.
29.
Accepts and applies authority appropriately.
30.
Recognizes lines of authority and limits of responsibility in decision-making.
31.
Complies with applicable personnel policies and regulations.
32.
Encourages personal and professional growth and development.
33.
Exhibits skill in "coaching" staff and providing technical assistance.
34.
Identifies, provides and encourages ongoing participation in available in-service opportunities.
35.
Mediates between school personnel, parent and student to assure a positive learning environment.
36.
Orients new campus and department staff as appropriate.
37.
Utilizes outside personnel resources effectively to assist in attaining program goals.
38.
Provides input for the analysis and identification of resource, facility and equipment needs.
39.
Complies with District policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations regarding instructional programs and staffing.
40.
Integrates data into a comprehensive evaluation report in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
41.
Schedules activities effectively and secures resources needed to accomplish goals.
42.
Manages the assessment/interpretation function effectively.
43.
Meets compliance time lines in performing evaluations and test interpretations.
44.
Performs comprehensive individual appraisal of students using appropriate instruments to access intellectual ability, academic achievement and psychological processes.
45.
Prepares well written, accurate, formal reports in which information from various appraisal sources is combined and summarized, test results are evaluated and interpreted and recommendations are forwarded.
46.
Reviews and helps in the determination of eligibility for special education services on out of District assessments in the state of Texas.
47.
Participates as legally required in ARD committee meetings.
48.
Ensures that ARD committee meetings are conducted appropriately to comply with applicable state and federal guidelines.
49.
Serves as a resource person in interpreting the general objectives, laws, policies and procedures of the Special Education program to students, parents, staff and community.
50.
Works with the faculties and encourages student and parent input in developing a student's behavior intervention plan.
51.
Consults with administrators, teachers and counselors regarding intervention strategies as requested.
52.
Assists in providing staff development opportunities regarding classroom behavior management.
53.
Participates on Crisis Intervention Team as needed.
54.
Works to alleviate parental anxiety in matters pertaining to student assessment, program eligibility and the Individual Educational Plan.
55.
Responds to parent/community concerns in a timely manner.
56.
Communicates clearly the District's programs and needs to the parents and community.
57.
Projects a positive image to the staff, students and community.
58.
Maintains contact with current research, practice and legislative guidelines affecting Special Education.
59.
Maintains confidentiality of all information.
60.
Frequently required to drive personal vehicle in the performance of assigned tasks.
61.
Reports to work on time every day.
62.
Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes • Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions • Knowledge of psychosocial development • Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills • Above average proficiency in the use of a computer and knowledge and ability to use and/or learn to use Word Processing, Compass, and ESped • Valid Texas Driver’s License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.
North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY : : Responsible for completion of the formal comprehensive individual assessment (intellectual, educational and psychological) of students to determine eligibility for Special Education services.
Interprets test results for the student, parents and school staff as may be appropriate.
Attends Admission, Referral, Dismissal (ARD) meetings and others when appropriate to assist in the development of the students' Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
Counsels with individuals and groups of students as necessary.
Consults with instructional staff members and other school personnel regarding instructional prevention and/or intervention strategies for student learning and behavioral problems.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: : 1.
Helps in determining eligibility for special education through individual evaluation and review of data from school and home.
2.
Conducts individual intellectual, academic and psychological evaluations.
3.
Administers psychological test battery to determine possible emotional disturbance or autism.
4.
Facilitates home-school cooperation to enhance academic achievement and emotional stability.
5.
Collaborates with campus staff in addressing student needs.
6.
Interprets evaluation results to parents and school staff.
7.
Functions as a liaison between the school and the family in student assessment and interpretation of test results.
8.
Counsels individually and in-group format with special education qualified students.
9.
Assist teachers in developing student functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans.
10.
Maintains working knowledge of District curricula and instructional strategies.
11.
Attends ARD meetings to review/interpret evaluation results and provide information on teaching strategies/behavioral interventions and assist in development of IEP's.
12.
Recognizes varying school climates and adjusts accordingly.
13.
Demonstrates effective human relation skills.
14.
Deals consistently and equitably with all personnel.
15.
Communicates and promotes high expectations and regard for the individual in an encouraging and non-threatening manner.
16.
Anticipates, manages and resolves conflict effectively.
17.
Employs effective communication skills.
18.
Fosters and promotes collegiality and team building.
19.
Strives to keep personnel informed on pertinent matters.
20.
Listens with an open mind to the ideas and concerns of all constituents.
21.
Demonstrates effective decision-making skills.
22.
Actively involves staff in planning and decision making as appropriate.
23.
Collaborates in the development and planning of common vision of improvement.
24.
Conveys and instills high expectations for each student based on a fundamental philosophy that all students can learn.
25.
Weighs risks involved in proposed program changes.
26.
Focuses on ethical considerations.
27.
Ensures continuous renewal of policies and methods.
28.
Develops, maintains and/or utilizes appropriate information, management systems and records essential to the attainment of improvement goals.
29.
Accepts and applies authority appropriately.
30.
Recognizes lines of authority and limits of responsibility in decision-making.
31.
Complies with applicable personnel policies and regulations.
32.
Encourages personal and professional growth and development.
33.
Exhibits skill in "coaching" staff and providing technical assistance.
34.
Identifies, provides and encourages ongoing participation in available in-service opportunities.
35.
Mediates between school personnel, parent and student to assure a positive learning environment.
36.
Orients new campus and department staff as appropriate.
37.
Utilizes outside personnel resources effectively to assist in attaining program goals.
38.
Provides input for the analysis and identification of resource, facility and equipment needs.
39.
Complies with District policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations regarding instructional programs and staffing.
40.
Integrates data into a comprehensive evaluation report in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
41.
Schedules activities effectively and secures resources needed to accomplish goals.
42.
Manages the assessment/interpretation function effectively.
43.
Meets compliance time lines in performing evaluations and test interpretations.
44.
Performs comprehensive individual appraisal of students using appropriate instruments to access intellectual ability, academic achievement and psychological processes.
45.
Prepares well written, accurate, formal reports in which information from various appraisal sources is combined and summarized, test results are evaluated and interpreted and recommendations are forwarded.
46.
Reviews and helps in the determination of eligibility for special education services on out of District assessments in the state of Texas.
47.
Participates as legally required in ARD committee meetings.
48.
Ensures that ARD committee meetings are conducted appropriately to comply with applicable state and federal guidelines.
49.
Serves as a resource person in interpreting the general objectives, laws, policies and procedures of the Special Education program to students, parents, staff and community.
50.
Works with the faculties and encourages student and parent input in developing a student's behavior intervention plan.
51.
Consults with administrators, teachers and counselors regarding intervention strategies as requested.
52.
Assists in providing staff development opportunities regarding classroom behavior management.
53.
Participates on Crisis Intervention Team as needed.
54.
Works to alleviate parental anxiety in matters pertaining to student assessment, program eligibility and the Individual Educational Plan.
55.
Responds to parent/community concerns in a timely manner.
56.
Communicates clearly the District's programs and needs to the parents and community.
57.
Projects a positive image to the staff, students and community.
58.
Maintains contact with current research, practice and legislative guidelines affecting Special Education.
59.
Maintains confidentiality of all information.
60.
Frequently required to drive personal vehicle in the performance of assigned tasks.
61.
Reports to work on time every day.
62.
Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes • Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions • Knowledge of psychosocial development • Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills • Above average proficiency in the use of a computer and knowledge and ability to use and/or learn to use Word Processing, Compass, and ESped • Valid Texas Driver’s License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.
North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
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• Location : San Antonio, TX
• Post ID: 9148444349
