School Psychologist at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
Job Summary
Job Summary
POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education, the psychologist will perform as follows: Conducts psycho-educational evaluations, and makes recommendations for interventions and placement in special programs; serves as case-carrier and member of educational teams needed for planning individual programs for special education students; participates in IEP meetings; organizes and/or conducts in service programs as appropriate for staff and parents; consults with parents to assist in understanding the learning and adjustment processes of children; counsels students as appropriate regarding test findings, vocational goals, behavior and academic concerns, etc; counsels parents, individually and in groups; assists parents and students with referrals and consultation services to and with community agencies; serves as liaison between the school, the family, and the selected community resources when therapeutic, academic, and/or social services are provided; consults with teachers in the development and implementation of classroom methods and procedures designed to facilitate pupil learning to support learning and behavior disorders; reevaluates pupils enrolled in special education as required by law; participates in staff, community, and parent meetings; performs other duties as assigned.
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POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education , the psychologist will perform as follows: Conducts assessments for referred students; serves as case-carrier and member of educational teams needed for planning individual programs for special education students; participates in IEP meetings; organizes and/or conducts in service programs as appropriate for staff and parents; evaluates and interprets pertinent student information to make recommendations for appropriate educational programs and placements for students; counsels students as appropriate, i.e., concerning test findings, vocational goals, behavior and academic concerns; counsels parents, individually and in groups; assists parents and students in referrals to community agencies; consults with professionals from agencies and in private practice regarding specific students; consults with staff members concerning individual students, appropriateness of referrals, classroom management and guidance techniques; prepares professional reports; participates in staff, community, and parent meetings; performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a valid California credential authorizing the service as a School Psychologist. Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable.
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Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Possession of a valid California credential authorizing the service as a School Psychologist. Written and oral proficiency in Spanish or Japanese is highly desirable. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Authorizing service as a School Psychologist)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation, preferably written within the last two years)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST, MSAT or Praxis, CSET etc.)
Possession of a valid California credential authorizing the service as a School Psychologist. Written and oral proficiency in Spanish or Japanese is highly desirable. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Authorizing service as a School Psychologist)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation, preferably written within the last two years)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST, MSAT or Praxis, CSET etc.)
Comments and Other Information
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Application Deadline
6/11/2023 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
4/27/2023
Contact
Catherine Cummings
310 842-4220 4214
310 842-4220 4214
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$97,592.30 - $114,141.15 per Schedule R
Length of Work Year
195 day work year, 11 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
District medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans.