School Psychologist

School Psychologist

General Job Description: Provide assistance to assigned schools with psychological evaluations, instructional planning, behavioral service support, and staff development activities. Knowledge of K-12 Special EducationKnowledge of child growth and development at each level of instructionKnowledge of standardized assessment administration/interpretation/diagnosisPhysical ability to adhere to OSHA and district safety regulations. Work within the district's communicable disease control plan (blood borne pathogens) and be aware of the existence and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals as identified on the MSDS sheets. This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Education: M. Ed; Special Education Endorsement

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate a commitment to advocate for the needs of all students, especially students with disabilities and the need to educate them in a least restrictive environment.

2. Supports implementation of best practices for inclusive education for students served by special education kindergarten through transition program.

3. Supports implementation of culturally responsive, social emotional learning and trauma informed teaching practices and anti-bias education.

4. Provide education assessments and written reports.

5. Uses a variety of assessment tools to assess academic skills, cognitive ability, psychological processing, adaptive skills, social skills, and emotional/behavioral status.

6. Plans and develops programs or services for the needs of students through consultations with district personnel, community members, parents, and outside agencies.

7. Provides technical assistance to district staff relative to program development, instructional methods, materials, equipment, and facilitation.

8. Monitors IEP process in assigned buildings to assure compliance with federal, state, and district rules. Provides technical assistance and training when necessary.

9. Develops and manages private school service plans.

10. Facilitates and acts as a district representative at problem solving, IEP, and eligibility meetings.

11. Discusses and collaborates about district special education programs, personnel and students with building administrators

12. Coordinates with building principals regarding caseloads, schedules, special education transportation needs, and special education state assessment processes.

13. Facilitates Manifestation Determination meetings.

14. Mentors and supports new special education case managers.

15. Plans and provides relevant professional development to small and large groups.

16. Facilitates team meetings and participates in department PLC.

17. Collaborates to support completion of required state collections and improvement plans.

18. Monitors assessment practices across the district for students with special needs.

19. Works collaboratively to implement district and program initiatives.

20. Use technology fluently to manage all components of the job requirements.

21. Works to establish open lines of communication with students, parents and colleagues concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of students.

22. Maintain regular on-time attendance

23. Willingness to be a contributing member of a highly effective team by demonstrating commitment, flexibility, positivity, collaboration and sense of humor.

24. Submits reports, records, and assignments promptly and effectively meeting all district timelines.

25. Attends and participates in weekly department meetings.

26. Performs related duties as assigned by the director.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Oregon Personnel Services license with Special Education endorsement.
2. Ability to work with children, parents, and school personnel.
3. Dependable transportation, current driver's license and good driving record.

Position to begin in the 2025/2026 school year

Compensation: 200 day contractFamily medical, dental and vision insurance6% PERS paid by District$49,907-91,207/Annual 2024/2025 school year (2025/2026 salary is dependent upon negotiations)

Closing date: Open Until Filled

Start date: August 2025

Application materials will remain confidential. Reference check emails will be sent.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided on request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Klamath County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.