Tami Hicks

School Psychologist


PayCompetitive
LocationWest Lafayette/Indiana
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 11136
    • Position Type:
      Student Support Services/ Psychologist

    • Date Posted:
      5/24/2023

    • Location:
      Lewis Cass Schools

    • District:
      Lewis Cass Schools
    • Minimum of Master’s Degree in Educational or School Psychology with successful school psychology internship.

    • Hold and maintain current licensure as a School Psychologist in the State of Indiana

    • Possess a knowledge of Special Education laws/regulations and can follow developed procedures

    • Conducts diagnostic evaluations to identify students’ needs, potential, and limitations by:

      1. Observing in classrooms and/or in social situations

      2. Reviewing all pertinent school records

      3. Consulting with parents and school personnel

      4. Administering diagnostic instruments

      5. Interpreting assessment data

      6. Collaborating with school staff on the development and writing of the IEP.

    • Observing in classrooms and/or in social situations

    • Reviewing all pertinent school records

    • Consulting with parents and school personnel

    • Administering diagnostic instruments

    • Interpreting assessment data

    • Collaborating with school staff on the development and writing of the IEP.

    • Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary team for students undergoing an evaluation and coordinates resources to assure a comprehensive educational evaluation is completed.

    • Participates on the intervention team(s) for at-risk students considered for an evaluation.

    • Provides diagnostic information to assist pupils to achieve academic, social, and emotional growth.

    • Utilizes research to aid in identifying appropriate techniques and services to meet student needs.

    • Conducts reevaluations for children eligible for special education services.

    • Provides ongoing professional development for school and community when requested.

    • Serves as consultant to school principals, parents, and teachers in matters involving psychological services in the school and community.

    • Completes all education reports and paperwork accurately according to regulations and procedures within the required timeline.

    • Completes Review of Records for out-of-state move-in special education students:

      1. Reviews IEP and psycho-educational evaluation

      2. Establishes state of Indiana eligibility and suggests appropriate special education services

    • Reviews IEP and psycho-educational evaluation

    • Establishes state of Indiana eligibility and suggests appropriate special education services

    • Collaborates in the evaluation of academic and behavioral management programs using data to recommend interventions

    • Follows and informs others of IDEA and Article 7 rules and regulations

    • Attends all Lewis Cass diagnostic and district staff meetings as required.

    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • None
  • About the company

      Wabash Valley Education Center is a service organization dedicated to assisting teachers and administrators in their efforts to educate students. Visit our website at http://www.esc5.k12.in.us