Company Information
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Company Name: Metro Deaf School
Website: https://www.mdsmn.org/join-us/employment

Job Information
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Job Title: School Psychologist
Job Type: Contract
Start Date: 08/19/2022
Address:
1125 Energy Park Drive
St. Paul, Minnesota. 55108
United States

Job Description:
Job Summary

The school psychologist works with other school-employed mental health
professionals to provide direct support and interventions to students (PK-12)
of Metro Deaf School as defined by the Metro Deaf School District Policy
Manual.  The school psychologist implements data-based decision making,
consult with teachers, families, and others to improve support strategies;
work with school administrators to improve school-wide practices and
policies; and collaborate with community providers to coordinate needed
services. The school psychologist also functions as a member of the
multidisciplinary team to determine the student’s eligibility for special
education services, appropriate programming, and on-going progress.

Duties and Responsibilities

To maintain a current licensure as a School Psychologist, per Minnesota
Department of Education requirements.

Provide individual and group intervention and services to children and/or
parents that emphasize improved educational performance and social emotional
skills.

Provide collaborative consultation and documentation of results including
assisting education staff with suggestions and implementation of behavioral
intervention strategies, and providing recommendations and modifications to
assist staff in working with students in the classroom setting.

Consult with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding the
child’s program and any adaptations/materials needed to facilitate improved
performance in the classroom or at home.

Provide direct services through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom
presentations, in-services to staff/parents, etc.) as needed.

Maintain appropriate data on students to document current levels of
performance and other pertinent information. Re-evaluate, as appropriate, to
determine extent of progress and effectiveness of interventions.

Establish and monitor the necessary caseloads, procedures, and resources to
manage school psychologist services to students/staff and work cooperatively
to accomplish the goals of the IEP.
Adhere to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the
established rules, regulations, and laws governing special education
programs. Participate in activities that promote professional development and
use clinical/educational research to enhance therapy services.

Supports and implements District policies, regulations, procedures, and
administrative directives; demonstrates loyalty to the District and other
administrators. Supports and follows the policies and procedures of the
school districts served.

Screen and evaluate referred children including selecting appropriate
instruments, administering tests, observations, and writing reports which
state the evaluation findings and provide for educational program
recommendations.

Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary IEP team contributing
evaluation findings and collaborating on the child’s educational plan.

Establishes and maintains professional relationships with school staff.

Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

III.  Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the
following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledgeable with Due Process (IEP and Re-Evaluation reporting).

Submits records, reports and assignments promptly and efficiently.

Demonstrates ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance
of his/her duties.

Seeks and takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth.

Effective communication with teachers in recommending appropriate approach.

Communication - demonstrates fluency in ASL and written English, with an
understanding of Deaf culture and bilingualism.

Recordkeeping – maintain accurate student records and store them in a
confidential
manner.

Clientele – the individual shows the knowledge and abilities to provide
services to students with special needs.

Collaboration – the individual will provide collaborative services with
teachers and
other essential staff.

Services provided – the individual will communicate with students to
determine the
services necessary to improve their abilities.

IV. Job Outcome

Maintains a positive attitude and style in dealing with others in a manner
that contributes to the overall public relations of Metro Deaf School.

Maintains a positive and professional educational environment at all times.

Educates students to reach their full potential academically, emotionally,
physically and socially.

Provides a safe and effective learning environment.



Requirements:
BS/Master Degree in Psychology
Native-user or fluency in American Sign Language required
Knowledge of Bilingual Education preferred
Experience with or knowledge of behavioral needs, strategies, and knowledge
in field
Experience working in schools and children in field preferred



Links to External Job Postings:
Title: ASL Teacher/Specialist
URL: https://www.mdsmn.org/join-us/employment


Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume, Cover Letter, Application Form
Majors Desired:: Health Sciences, Liberal Arts
Degree levels accepted:: Bachelor, Graduate

Application Information
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Apply online at:: https://www.mdsmn.org/join-us/employment
Email application materials to:: tbell@mdsmn.org