School Psychologist for District Evaluation Team SY26/27

South Burlington School District

About South Burlington School District:

At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee—inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district. Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Job Title: School Psychologist

Location: District

Job Group: Educator

Reports To: Director of Student Support Services

Summary: Provides a full range of school psychological services to children ages 3-21, including screening and assessment, designing remedial educational programs, individual and group counseling with school staff and parents as appropriate. Functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to determine the student’s eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and on-going progress. Facilitates integration with the other special education services, in and out of the District. Ensures compliance with District, state and federal Special Education Regulations and policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides individual and group services that emphasize improved educational performance and/or conduct for students, such as:
• Screening and evaluating referred students by: selecting appropriate instruments, administering tests, conducting observations, and writing reports which state the evaluation findings and provide for educational program recommendations.
• Participating as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and individualized education program (IEP) committee contributing evaluation findings and collaborating on the student’s educational plan.
• Interpreting diagnoses of students for school personnel, other involved professionals, parents, and student.
• Providing collaborative consultation and documentation of results including assisting basic education staff with suggestions and implementation of Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), pre-referral intervention strategies, and providing recommendations and modifications to assist general education staff in working with special education students in the classroom setting.
• Consulting with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding the student’s program and any adaptations or materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom and/or at home.
• Providing direct services through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom presentations, co-teaching in general education settings, in-services to staff/parents) as needed.
• Maintaining appropriate data on students to document current levels of performance and other pertinent information. Re-evaluating students, as appropriate, to determine extent of progress and effectiveness of interventions.
• Establishing and monitoring the necessary caseloads, procedures, and resources to manage school psychological services and working cooperatively to accomplish the goals of the IEP, 504 plan, and EST.

• Participates in activities that promote best practice, professional development, and the use of appropriate clinical and educational research to enhance educational services by:

• Adhering to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations, and laws governing special education programs.
• Supporting and implementing District policies, regulations, procedures, and administrative directives. Serving as a resource person for school personnel, and parents/guardians concerning behavior concerns, disabilities, and/or learning issues.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing written summaries, records, reports, and assignments promptly and efficiently.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience: Master's Degree in school psychology or equivalent. Advanced coursework preferred in learning disabilities, school psychology, or related field in addition to internship in a school. At least one year of successful experience as a school psychologist. Knowledge of Vermont Special Education Requirements.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations: Valid Vermont Teaching License with School Psychologist Endorsement and special course work related to level of students assigned.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement interventions based on department and school objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and community; ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communication. Technology proficient with Microsoft Windows applications and data base software.

Why Join SBSD?

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  Supportive colleagues and leadership

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  Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

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  Professional growth and advancement

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  Comprehensive benefits

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  Meaningful work that impacts students daily