School Psychologist

Job Title:
School Psychologist
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Job Number:
#01-24-25
Start Date:
August 2024
Location:
TBD
Contract:
2024-2025 School Year
Opening Date:
February 28, 2024
Salary:
SEA total compensation ranging from $66,026 to $129,879 per year (23-24 pay rates) *additional $5000 stipend provided for all SpEd staff
Our District:
The Sultan School District is one of the larger geographical school districts in the Puget Sound area, consisting of approximately 325 square miles. Sultan School District has approximately 2,000 students enrolled K-12. Students are currently served by two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and an alternative high school; and the Sno-Isle Skills Center, a cooperative vocational technical school.
Our Community:
Located northeast of Seattle (seven miles east of Monroe) or about 20 minutes from the Woodinville area, Sultan is surrounded by a beautiful environmental setting. Our "backyard" is the scenic Skykomish River and Cascade Mountains. Sultan School District includes the community of Sultan, Startup, and Gold Bar. Students from Index attend Sultan High School.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants should apply through our web-based application program and upload the required supporting documents at https://sultan.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/index.aspx Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following documents:

• A letter of application addressing the qualifications and requirements of the position
• A current resume
• Three or more letters of recommendation (including current or former supervisors)
• Three confidential reference forms which will be completed electronically by your references
• Unofficial copy of transcripts
• Copy of Washington State Certificate
• Note: Current district employees need to submit only a letter of application on-line using the internal application process.
• Questions? Contact Crystal Plotkin in Human Resources, 360-793-9800, 514 4th Street, Sultan, WA 98294

The School Psychologist evaluates the needs of average, gifted, disabled, and emotionally and behaviorally challenged children in an educational setting; to perform psycho-educational assessments to determine appropriate programs and instructional processes to enable students to achieve maximum achievement and adjustment; to assist students in understanding and seeking solutions to social, emotional, or academic problems and issues; to serve as a resource pertaining to student behavior management and learning strategies, welfare and other issues related to the special education program; and to do other related functions as directed.
Essential Functions:
These statements are intended to describe the major purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Sultan School District's Strategic Plan supports the Nine Characteristics of High Performing Schools and the instructional framework is the 5 Dimensions of Teaching and Learning.

• Provide feedback to staff and parents regarding the testing timelines, results, and interpretation of observations and data collection.
• Conduct, analyze, and effectively utilize a variety of assessment tools and techniques applicable to the student with learning, behavioral, neurological, emotional and other disabilities.
• Utilize appropriate psychological and psychometric techniques to effectively assess students and aid them and their parents in analyzing and developing alternative solutions to behavioral, educational, social, and emotional problems and concerns.
• Incorporate information from testing, observations, parents, agencies, and other participants from the evaluation team, in developing programs, services, and plans of action for individual students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Continued)

• Effectively communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, staff and community.
• Maintain records and prepare reports and assessment documentation to meet legal and procedural requirements.
• Ensure that parents, students (as appropriate) and staff receive appropriate notifications and documents as required by federal and state guidelines and district procedures.
• Coordinate and facilitate site Evaluation Team Meetings (EMT) as directed by the principal.
• Plan for continuing evaluation and reassessment of students' progress in special education.
• Organize services and facilitate the transfer process of special education students, who enroll in the district throughout the school year and/or move to another school within the district.
• Develop effective and positive working relationships with students, parents, teachers, administrators, specialists, and outside agencies.
• Meet professional responsibilities in a punctual and reliable manner.
• Serve as resource for staff with respect to state and federal laws for IDEA and other special services.

Other Functions:

• Current academic knowledge in subject area.
• Assessment and evaluation techniques including psychometric procedures.
• Current laws, regulations and issues surrounding confidential records and student information.
• Current research and best practices in medical and psychology fields pertaining to special education.
• Discipline rules and regulations as defined by the federal and state rules and regulations including IDEA 97.
• Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) related to student discipline and Individual Educational Programs (IEP).
• Curriculum and instruction programs proven to be beneficial to pupils with special learning needs.
• Social, emotional, and behavioral characteristics of pre-school and school age students.

Qualification Requirements:

• Must possess current valid Washington State ESA Certificate with School Psychology endorsement, Will accept a Conditional ESA Certificate.
• Master's degree in Psychology.
• Perform a variety of psychological, behavioral, social, physical, and emotional educational assessments to aid in diagnosis of specific learning, emotional and behavioral disabilities.
• Prepare recommendations for the development, implementation, and monitoring of individual education programs pertaining to student remediation and placement in special programs.
• Participate as a collaborative member of the site evaluation team and other staff members to assist in planning and implementing the most effective education program/services for students.
• Interpret assessment and evaluation data from the evaluation team and outside agencies to students as appropriate, parents, and staff.
• Collaborate with other service providers and parents in providing programs/services for students.
• Consult with parents to further their understanding of the learning and/or emotional disability processes pertaining to their child.
• Participate in long range planning with staff and administrators to maintain a high level of psychological services and meet compliance regulations.
• As requested attend professional conferences and in-services as appropriate to students served.
• Collaborate with colleagues to evaluate total program effectiveness.
• Self-direct and independently prioritize work and adhere to all timelines.

Desired Qualifications:

• Successful and recent experience as a psychologist in a school setting.
• Interest in and evidence of continued professional growth as a psychologist providing assistance to students and staff.

BENEFITS OFFERED: For eligible positions, the district offers a competitive benefits package including Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB), a Washington state retirement package, paid time off including sick leave, holidays, personal days, and bereavement leave. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).
The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:
* Medical plans with prescription benefits * Long-term disability insurance
* Dental plans * Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
* Vision plans * Dependent Care Assistance Program
CONDITIONS: EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION. The preceding lists of positions functions, qualifications and requirements are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:
The recommended applicant, if not a current employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.
Disclosure Statement and Background Check
Pursuant to Chapter 43.43, Washington Laws of 1990, the recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he/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.
The Sultan School District #311 is an equal opportunity employer. The district complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District Title IX Officer and/or Section 504 Coordinator, 514 4th ST, Sultan, WA 98294. Federal/State Criminal History Background Clearance will be required at applicant's expense (employment status contingent on verification). The Sultan School District requires any employee hired in a position requiring a CDL to undergo a drug test as part of the employment process. Satisfactory completion of such a test is a condition
of employment.
Applicants are hereby notified that the Sultan School District is a weapon and drug-free work environment.