Oregon Connections Academy ยท 2 months ago
Pearson Part Time Virtual School Psychologist - MN
United States
Full-time, Part-time
Remote
Mid LevelOregon Connections Academy is committed to innovative educational solutions and is seeking a Part Time Virtual School Psychologist. This role involves conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations and collaborating with educators and families to support students' learning and mental health.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough psychological evaluations using a variety of assessment tools and techniques for students in grades PK-12th grade
Administer, score, and interpret standardized tests to assess cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning
Compile detailed evaluation reports that include findings, recommendations, and potential interventions
Consult and collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to gather relevant information, provide insights based on evaluation results, and promote effective implementation of services
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss evaluation outcomes and contribute to the development of individualized education plans (IEPs)
Maintain accurate and confidential records of all evaluations and related documentation
Utilize varied models and methods of assessment and data collection for identifying strengths and needs of individual students and the broader school community, developing effective services and programs, and measuring progress and outcomes
Use assessment and data collection methods and to implement and evaluate services that support cognitive and academic skills, socialization, learning, and mental and behavioral health, including but not limited to behavioral supports, individual and group counseling, and social skills training
Provide effective professional services that promote effective functioning for individuals, families, and schools with diverse characteristics, cultures, and backgrounds and across multiple contexts, with recognition that an understanding and respect for diversity in development and learning and advocacy for social justice are foundations for all aspects of service delivery
Evaluate and apply research as a foundation for service delivery and, in collaboration with others, use various techniques and technology resources for data collection, measurement, and analysis to support effective practices at the individual, group, and/or systems levels
Provide services consistent with ethical, legal, and professional standards: engage in responsive ethical and professional decision-making; collaborate with other professionals; and apply professional work characteristics needed for effective practice as school psychologists, including respect for human diversity and social justice, communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, responsibility, adaptability, initiative, dependability, and technology skills
Stay current with best practices in psychological assessment and school psychology
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Accredited graduate degree program at the specialist-level or higher (A minimum of 60 graduate semester hours of study and a 1,200-hour supervised internship in School Psychology, with a minimum of 600 hours in a school setting)
Current or able to obtain School Psychologist license/certificate issued by priority states upon hire
Proven experience in conducting psychological evaluations in a school setting, virtual experience preferred
Strong knowledge of assessment tools and techniques
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Highly organized and punctual
Ability to work at least 15 hours during the school day with a consistent weekly schedule. Up to 30 hours total per week as assigned
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility, problem solving, consultation, and collaboration skills
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment
Preferred
National School Psychologist Certification
Benefits
Flexibility in work/life balance
Pearson laptop computer with Webcam
2nd Monitor
Headset
Access to our School Psychology Assessment Library
Company
Oregon Connections Academy
Oregon Connections Academy is a company based out of Prairie City, Oregon, United States.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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