POSITION #038-CRT-03-23:

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Special Education  

1.0 FTE,  Continuing Contract 

***Beginning the 2023-2024 School Year

                                                              

DESCRIPTION: Responsible for providing evaluation/re-evaluation services for students in the Wenatchee School District.  Conduct individual assessments in areas of intellect, achievement, social and emotional adjustment for students who have been made a "Focus of Concern".  Participate as a member of building student study teams.  Consult with teachers regarding referral, instruction and behavior management of students.  Communicate with colleagues and parents regarding test results, eligibility and program needs for children.  Participate with specialists, paraeducators, parents, principals, teachers and other team members to design and implement appropriate services for students.  Provide educational counseling services to identified students as determined by the team.  Work with the team to ensure the coordination of interagency services to children and their families.  Other related services.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Washington State ESA certification with psychologist endorsement required. Current assessment skill training; ability to facilitate team meetings; team player; thorough understanding of WAC 392-172 (special education) and federal special education regulations; ability to communicate well with parents, staff, and students. Proven record meeting compliance issues and timelines. Knowledge/experience with RTI positive behavior supports. Experience using cognitive and achievement assessments as well as behavioral assessments to evaluate students referred; work with teams. Complete assignments on time; organized; good communication skills (verbal and written). Skilled advocate for students. Experience in school systems is preferred. May require prolonged sitting or standing. Attendance and punctuality are important functions for this position. 

 

 

SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

 

UNION AFFILIATION: This position is represented by the Wenatchee Education Association

 

BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits

 

Professional growth reimbursement, $1000/year for qualified expenses. 

Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days. 

https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements

 

Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE.

 

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:  The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

 

Disclosure Statement and Record Check:  Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI.  Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.

 

The Wenatchee School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all staff and for students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. Inquiries may be directed to RCW Officer/ADA Coordinator and Executive Director of Human Resources, Kelly Lopez. Issues related to 504 and Title IX should be directed to Kory Kalahar, Assistant Executive Director of Learning & Teaching.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER