Licensed School Psychologist-Early Childhood

FTE 1.0: PLEASE NOTE: THIS ROLE WILL BE SPLIT PROVIDING SERVICES TO BOTH WAYZATA AND HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOLS Position Description: Wayzata Public Schools, along with Hopkins Public Schools, is currently seeking a Licensed School Psychologist/Evaluator with the ability and skills necessary to provide evaluation and consultation forbirth to kindergartenaged students in the Early Childhood Special Education program. Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary to consult with child study teams, teachers, familiesand community preschool programs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, pre-referral intervention, participating in assessment planning, conducting evaluation in achievement/ability/social and emotional/other, implementation and sharing assessment results with families. Consultation and participation in IEP services as needed. Knowledge of developmental characteristics of preschool through school-aged students required. Qualifications: School Psychologist Licensure required. Experience and ability to work on general education teams and provide collaborative special education services with general education teachers is required. Interest in and ability to relate well to Birth – Kindergartenstudents. Experience with evaluation and eligibility determination for special education services preferred. Experience with functional behavior assessments (FBA) and Positive Behavior Support plans preferred. Application Procedure: Apply on line at www.wayzata.k12.mn.us Internal Applicants must complete the Internal Application/Transfer form located on the web-site under Human Resources, Employment,Application Process, Internal Application/Transfer Form Selection Procedure: This is a round 2 position and is open to current employees and outside candidates-position will remain open until filled regardless of closing date