Preschool Early Intervention School Psychologist

Job Title: Preschool Early Intervention Certified School Psychologist

Position Summary: 
This position is accountable for participating as a member of the multidisciplinary evaluation team for eligible preschool-aged students. The purpose of the position is to determine student eligibility for preschool special education services.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary evaluation team for evaluations and reevaluations by selecting and administering appropriate assessment tools, reviewing provided documentation, and / or interpreting results to ensure accurate identification of students and maintain compliance with state and federal child find regulations.

2. Maintains required paperwork within established timelines, including Evaluation/Reevaluation Reports, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and all supporting documentation for each student on the assigned caseload by consistently completing, reviewing, and submitting all required documents according to mandated timelines and procedural expectations for documentation and record-keeping to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and to support accurate, timely, and legally sound service delivery for students.

    

3. Represents and promotes the AIU and Preschool Early Intervention by partnering with internal and external stakeholders to establish and maintain relationships that effectively support families and advance student outcomes.

    

4. Remains current with new and effective practices, program procedures, laws and regulations by attending professional development to comply with Preschool Early Intervention program requirements.

Qualifications:

1. Valid PA Certification in School Psychologist K-12 required.

2. Master’s Degree in School Psychology required.
3. Experience working with preschool population preferred.
4. Excellent organizational skills, initiative, and an ability to work with limited supervision.
5. Excellent communication skills
6. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible.
7. Ability and experience working as a member of a team
8. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel and Outlook, and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.

9. A valid PA driver’s license and access to an automobile required to travel throughout the county. 

10. Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct Policy.

Additional Requirements: 

1. Current Act 114, Act 34 and Act 151 required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Be able to lift or carry up to 25 pounds.

2. Be able to bend or twist at the neck and back.

3. Specific vision includes peripheral vision and close vision.

4. Be able to stand for extended periods throughout the day.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the School Psychologist. 

Reports To: Supervisor of Special Education/Special Projects Supervisor

Department: Preschool Early Intervention                                

Position Schedule: Per the AIUEA collective bargaining unit agreement.

Salary: Per the AIUEA collective bargaining unit agreement

Benefits: Per the AIUEA collective bargaining unit agreement

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume and transcripts at AIU Careers Page

Please send any questions to: [email protected]

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.