School Psychologist Intern

Reports To: Director of Special Services 

SUMMARY 

 The School Psychologist Intern will support students, teachers, staff, and parents in a variety of ways and in multiple settings to help students succeed. With appropriate supervision, the intern will perform evaluative/diagnostic duties of students referred for evaluation of suspected educational problems. Assist with the development of educational plans to meet the specific needs of students who would qualify for special education services as prescribed by local rules and regulations, state rules and regulations, and federal rules and regulations governing service to students with disabilities

Specific duties and responsibilities will reflect the context and needs of each school to which a school psychology intern is assigned.  Duties will include, but not be limited to:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

•  Evaluates and diagnoses specified deficits of students within the school district that would meet criteria set forth by local, state,and federal regulations for services to students with a disability.
• Evaluations of students will be completed as set forth in local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
•  Interprets data collected from evaluations of referred students and shares that information in a report format so that parents, staff, and others are able to understand.  From
  this data, must be able to give conclusions and recommendations for development of an
  Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for the specific student as needed for programming.
•  Collaborates with all teaching staff in development of a variety of strategies to meet the
  educational needs of all students. 
• Maintain compliance with state and federal rules for establishing special education eligibility and completing evaluations 
• Provide counseling for identified students 
• Educate school personnel and parents in the use of positive behavioral supports  
• Model and guide the appropriate implementation of academic and behavioral intervention plans 
• Follow all school district policies and procedures 
• Assist with pre-intervention activities of students 
• Promote positive public relations with the community and within the school district by using positive verbal and non-verbal communication and interaction skills at all times 
• Maintain confidentiality 
• Support and assist building staff in maintaining order and appropriate behavior among students
• Attend all required professional development activities and meetings 
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or Experience: Minimum enrollment in Educational Specialist Degree program from an accredited college or university and met the college / university requirements to be eligible to complete a one-year internship 
• Interpersonal Skills: Seek a cooperative working relationship with the district staff. Exercise mature and professional judgment in professional dealings with others. Establish a school climate which will prompt appropriate student discipline. Maintain confidentiality of information concerning colleagues, students, and parents. 
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work well with students with multiple ability levels and make modifications and/or accommodations for students in the regular classroom. Appropriately communicate with students, parents, district staff, and members of the community. A strong knowledge of special education rules and regulations. Ability to exercise good judgment while working in a dynamic environment. Ability to be flexible, organized, and to take initiative. Exhibit a willingness to participate in planned meetings and district trainings as well as grow professionally. 
• Knowledge:  Possess a knowledge of the Rules and Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities in Wyoming Public Schools and local rules and regulations. Possess a knowledge of “Disabling Conditions” in all categories of possible service to students under the rules and regulations prescribed by federal, state, and local mandate. Ability to calculate accurately specific mathematical applications in the development of “formulas” that are attached to diagnostic evaluation instruments. Knowledge of curriculum-based measurement, research-based practices in effective instruction, and the ability to plan comprehensive academic interventions. Experience conducting behavioral assessments, functional analysis, and developing and implementing behavioral or social interventions. 
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Wyoming School Psychologist certification as issued by the Wyoming Department of Education. Seclusion and Restraint certification is required for all Special Education Staff. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Possess visual acuity and stamina to work at a computer monitor for at least part of each day. Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with students, other faculty, staff, and parents as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. The position also entails significant walking, bending, standing, stooping, and possible physical interventions in order to maintain a safe learning environment. Assignment may require the ability to physically move students or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. 

Note:  This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job.  The District may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job at any time as it deems advisable.