School Psychologist SY 2026 - 2027 (Sign On Bonus Eligible)

School Psychologist SY 2026 - 2027 (Sign On Bonus Eligible) Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center – Mansfield, Ohio Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026 Job Description School Psychologist – Full-Time SY 2026 – 2027 ($10,000 Sign On Bonus Eligible) Title: School Psychologist Reports To: Director of Student Services Employment Status: Full-Time Days: As Determined by the Director of Student Services FLSA: Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Facilitate children’s learning and adjustment through the use of psycho‑educational strategies. The role involves contributing to the understanding of learning difficulties, social and emotional problems, environmental factors, and aiding in the utilization of available school and community resources to meet each child’s needs. Responsibilities include evaluation and assessment, planning and support services to students, families, and other professionals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Masters’ Degree or higher in Education of Psychology Demonstrated success as a school psychologist Appropriate state of Ohio certificate/license and license issued by the Ohio Department of Education Valid driver’s license Experience in administration and special education Successful administrative and/or supervisory experience Knowledge of state and federal special education law Familiarity with Medicaid billing Proficient computer skills; knowledge of programs (SpEd) Knowledge of functional behavior identification and data collection tools for implementing a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) Successfully pass BCI/FBI background checks

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide pre‑referral, IAT, and RTI consultation and support to staff members in assigned districts, upon request Lead the team in identifying, evaluating, placing, and re‑evaluating students with disabilities consistent with Ohio’s Special Education Operating Standards Participate and assist in MFE team decisions regarding class placement, instruction in the regular education environment, development of the IEP, and referrals for additional services; serve as a District Rep at IEP meetings as requested Coordinate and schedule screenings and assessments for preschool programs; lead preschool ETR and IEP meetings Process referrals as appropriate Provide assistance in the effective use of individual student progress data to guide instruction Maintain student records in collaboration with districts, ensuring compliance with confidentiality requirements Consult with assigned districts to coordinate interactions between regular and special education Prepare required reports Provide counseling services to students consistent with Ohio’s Special Education Operating Standards Provide crisis intervention counseling as requested Perform other specific job‑related duties as directed Maintain Evaluation Team Report (ETR) from start to finish, including intervention accommodations and modifications, meeting all legal deadlines Determine suspected disabilities and assist in differentiating disabilities based on characteristics Serve children with disabilities through program development and coordination of essential liaison and logistics in the multi‑county area Assist the Superintendent/Student Services Director with leadership and coordination of special education programs and services Ensure each special education student receives a FAPE and an appropriate educational experience Monitor students’ psychological well‑being as part of schoolwide and districtwide crisis support Promote mental health and school/life success for all students Complete all other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

Occasional exposure to blood and bodily fluids Occasional interaction with unruly students or adults, including the need to intervene physically in crisis prevention Physical abilities include standing, walking, sitting for extended periods, operating a computer, talking/hearing, near and far visual acuity, depth perception, color vision, field of vision, and occasionally reaching with hands and arms

EVALUATION

Performance will be assessed by the Director of Student Services according to Mid‑Ohio ESC board policy. This job description complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor or designee. The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Information Jennifer Reed, HR Director 890 W 4th St Ste 100 Mansfield, Ohio 44906 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education