School Psychologist

School Psychologist

The School Psychologist provides services in support of Iowa School for the Deaf's mission which is to prepare deaf and hard of hearing students from pre-school to age 21 for life as literate citizens who contribute to society. The School Psychologist collaborates with ISD teachers, school counselors and professionals in other disciplines (e.g. mental health specialists, DHS personnel, other AEA professionals) to assist students in meeting their goals.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct Assessments
• Support ISD school personnel
• Oversee IEP Development
• Provide support for students
• Program Support
• Professional Development

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working with Deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Teaching license with subject area endorsement and deaf/hard-of-hearing endorsement.

Qualification:

• Completion of an Education degree and eligible to meet State of Iowa licensure requirements for School Psychologist
• American Sign Language minimum level of advanced required.

Information on Iowa licensing requirements may be found at the Board of Educational Examiners webpage:

Collaborate with a team of teachers, support staff, and parents to support the education of deaf and hard of hearing students.

Competitive salary and benefits package:

E-Verify and Right to Work

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Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• One of the following current licenses from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners:
• School Psychologist; or
• School Counseling; or
• Speech Language Pathologist.
• All of the following (a and b):
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in orientation and mobility; and
• Possession of a current Iowa Orientation and Mobility Specialist license.
• All of the following (a and b):
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field; and
• Possession of a current Iowa Teaching Certificate.