Job Title: School Psychologist

Schools: District

Does your passion for students’ academic and non-academic needs drive your engagement with colleagues, students, parents, and the community? Can your talent raise the profile of a school by growing student scholars? Can you develop a school culture of pride and high achievement? Are your students passionate and proactive about learning and interacting with colleagues because of you? Do you address the needs of the whole child?

Who we are: Eastpointe Community Schools is in the business of transforming lives. Our partnership with the Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD), Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and MI Excel has created a unique opportunity for rapid district turnaround. Part of our continued growth and improvement involves increasing educational expectations, developing a culture of support, and nurturing all students to address academic, behavioral, and interpersonal needs. Forest Park Elementary School serves grades K-2 students.

What we offer: While all schools face challenges, at Eastpointe we all roll up our sleeves and work together to get things done. Our district appreciates talents and skills that others may have missed and embraces disruptive leaders willing to challenge the status quo. As an At Risk Social Worker in our district, you will work side by side with your Principal, Classroom Teachers and other Support Staff who will help you move our students’ academic and social skills forward. You will find tremendous opportunities for professional learning in Eastpointe, as continuous growth is an expectation for all employees. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of continuous improvement with educators who feel this work is a calling, and where every interaction with students counts. YOUR DREAM-OUR TEAM!

What we are looking for: If you are passionate about inspiring young learners, guiding

students through acquiring self esteem and strong social skills, and growing strong relationships with families, students, and our community, we are looking for you! If you understand the PLC Cycle, are enthusiastic about professional learning, and deliver value consistently, we want you!

Job Resbonsibilities:

Work collaboratively with both general education teachers and special education teachers
Excellent communication and management skills
Ability to lead meetings involving difficult conversations
Knowledge of eligibility requirements for various disabilities
Knowledge of Michigan Standards and Benchmarks
Knowledge of County electronic IEP forms
Strong understanding of special education procedures
Understanding of special education rules and regulations related to compliance
Ability to plan specially designed instruction for students with disabilities
Familiar with special education assessments both scoring and administration
Other duties as assigned.

Job Description:

Actively participate in initial and re-evaluations by collaborating with the other evaluation team members
Administer cognitive testing or developmental assessments for initial or re-evaluations
Administer assessments to help determine needs in the areas of attention, adaptive skills, behavioral support, autism, and similar areas
Chair initial evaluation meetings and some re-evaluations (also done by Teacher Consultants)
Maintain patterns of removal for students in assigned buildings
Chair Manifestation Determination Reviews
Act as a district representative when needed
Act as a finalizer for assigned staff members
Obtain initial consents for assigned buildings
Work with other MTSS members to identify when/if students should be referred for special education
Communicate with other members of Student Support Services regarding evaluations and services for SWD in assigned buildings
Actively participate on some Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavior Support Plan meetings
Provide professional development or chair Professional Learning Community meetings
Other duties as assigned by building principal or Executive Director of Student Support Services
Attend IEP meetings for “out of district” students when Executive Director requests
Provide crisis intervention assistance to buildings
Participate in trauma referrals/services to students

Salary Data: per EFE Contract. We would love to tell you more: http://www.eastpointeschools.org/ Submit a resume TalentEd.