Keystone Learning Services School Psychologist 2022-2023

The job of School Psychologist is done for the purpose(s) of supporting the instructional program
with specific responsibilities for measuring and interpreting the intellectual, adaptive, academic,
social-emotional development of children; interpreting results of psychological evaluations;
interpreting and applying state and federal codes; and developing strategies and interventions to
address the special education needs of eligible students.

I. Essential Functions:
Manages the comprehensive evaluations of all referred students in assigned districts, as
well as complying with all relevant federal and state regulations and Keystone
procedures.

 Administers standardized and supplemental informal assessments for the purpose of
measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social-emotional development of children
and determining eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements.

 Collaborates with internal and external personnel (e.g. gifted services, foster care, etc.)
for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services.

 Arranges and participates in meetings (including multidisciplinary teams) with parents
and school staff to discuss student needs, special education eligibility, and individual
education plans.

 Communicates with students, parents, teachers, and other personnel for the purpose of
evaluating situations, solving problems, and resolving conflicts.

Compiles information from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, nurses, mental health
agencies, other professionals; maintains student files for caseload, etc.) for the purpose
of producing a comprehensive evaluation report in compliance with established
guidelines.

 Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel, and outside professionals for the
purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, and making
recommendations.

 Assumes responsibility for and collaborate with other school staff in re-evaluations of the
educational programs of exceptional students.

 Serve as a resource to school staff through the Student Improvement Team and by
consulting with teachers in the prevention, early recognition, and intervention needed for
educational problems.

 Facilitates meetings, processes, etc. (e.g. evaluations, IEPs, etc.) for the purpose of
meeting curriculum guidelines and ensuring that state and federal mandates are
achieved.

Participates in meetings, workshops, clinics, and seminars as assigned (e.g. general
education intervention meetings, birth to three clinics, etc.) for the purpose of conveying
and/or gathering information required to perform functions.

 Prepares a wide variety of complex written materials (e.g. extension requests,
correspondence, memos, behavior plans, Medicaid billings, reports, required
documentation, Psych Ed Summary, Psych Report, etc.) for the purpose of documenting
activities, providing written reference, and conveying information.

 Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques,
assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of
determining the appropriate approach for addressing student`s functional goals.

II. Other Functions:
 Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and
effective functioning of the work unit.

III. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills
in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating
standard office equipment including pertinent computer software; preparing and maintaining
accurate records; writing professional documents; facilitating meetings; working with numbers;
and problem solving.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; review and interpret highly technical
information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions;
and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: psychology and
educational principles; pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and laws; stages of child
development; assessment techniques; and learning strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate,
and/or classify data; and use job related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work
with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different
processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work
with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types
and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to
analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on
organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability-based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to
changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting
deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information; displaying
patience; and maintaining effective working relationships.

VII. Work Environment:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job`s functions require the following physical
demands: occasional lifting and carrying up to twenty (20) pounds, some pushing, and/or pulling,
some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.
Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 15% walking, and 5% standing. The job is performed in a
generally hazard free environment.

Core requirements:
— Experience: Job related experience within a
specialized field is required.
— Education: Master’s degree in job-related area.
— Equivalency: Required Testing Certificates and Licenses
— Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability
— Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances 

Keystone Learning Services in an equal opportunity employer.

Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.

Keystone Learning Services / Northeast Kansas Education Service Center USD 608

Keystone Learning Services / Northeast Kansas Education Service Center USD 608

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