Job Description:Work Schedule: 0.6 FTE Continuing Position - 180-day base contract per year prorated based on FTE (Monday - Friday)Reports To: Executive Director of Special EducationSalary: Per Marysville Education Association Negotiated Salary ScheduleBase & TRI Salary Schedule atAccount Code: 2100 26 2110 0000 2000 0000 0Position Summary:This position will consult with instructional staff, parents, and students regarding the provision of appropriate educational services for all students; will identify, assess, evaluate, and make recommendations for educational placement of exceptional children; will serve as liaison with medical, mental health, and educational communities regarding student needs.Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certificate with School Psychologist endorsement

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Successful experience at appropriate grade level preferred

Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity preferred

Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance

Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)

I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act

Completion of all district-required training within thirty (30) calendar days from hire date

Desired Skills:

Knowledge of general and special education curriculum, instruction, and the mandates of educational reform in Washington State

Knowledge of individual and group assessment techniques, data gathering, and statistical analysis

Knowledge of current technology and computerized data management systems

Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing the education of students with disabilities including IDEA and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Strong skills in oral and written communication.

Strength in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and community agencies.

Essential Job Functions:This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the special education process and the essential requirements with regard to PL 101-476 and WAC 392-172A

Coordinates assessment of students referred to special education including pre-referral interventions and Professional Evaluation Group (PEG) assessment

Participate in the evaluation of students suspected of having a disability

Participate as a member of the Professional Evaluation Group (PEG) in identifying students with disabilities as outlined in the Washington State Rules and Regulations for Students with Disabilities

Express thoughts concisely, accurately and effectively, both orally and in writing

Communicate test results to parents and school staff

Complete clearly written and comprehensive reports which provide practical recommendations

Facilitate data based team decision making, development of appropriate programs, determination of student placements, and monitor effectiveness of interventions

Provide resources, training, support, and modeling of effective instructional strategies and methods to special and general education staff, students, and parents

Work cooperatively to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community agencies.

Manage timelines pursuant to WAC 392-172A-104. Submit all required paperwork within a timely manner, adhering to all federal, state and local laws and policies

Provide direct counseling services to students in classroom, small groups, and individually

Complete Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans as required

Stay abreast of current trends in the profession and translate appropriate research to practical applications in the areas of counseling, curriculum, instruction, and assessment

Maintain professional competence through continued education, training, and professional growth activities

Model respect and honor the dignity of all students, staff, and parents

Provide a safe, positive, and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning

Work cooperatively with parents, school staff, and administrators in providing direct and indirect services to students with disabilities

Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours

Professionally interact with students, staff, and public

Establish and maintain professional contacts with students

Comply with all district policies and procedures

Comply with the Code of Professional Conduct

Other duties as assigned

Work Environment:Work is typically performed in and around a student learning environment; may be exposed to childhood diseases; may be required to balance and crouch, crawl, bend, or kneel; may be required to stand for prolonged periods; may be exposed to high noise levels; and may experience a multitude of demands and changing priorities with frequent interruptions.EvaluationThis position shall be evaluated periodically by the Executive Director of Special Education pursuant to the currently established district procedures and evaluation criteria. The process shall include an evaluation of the employee’s performance of the above essential job functions.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)Marysville School District complies with all federal and Washington State rules and regulations and will provide equal employment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment, hiring, retention, assignment, transfer, promo, and training. Such equal employment opportunity will be provided without discrimination with respect to race, creed, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.The following Marysville School District employees/departments are designated to address questions and complaints of discrimination:

Civil Rights: Executive Director of Equity and Family Engagement & Gender Inclusivity; 360-965-0008

Harassment, Intimidation, & Bullying: Executive Director of Human Resources; 360-965-0071

Title IX:Executive Director of Legal and Risk Management; 360-965-0020

Section 504 and ADA: Executive Director of Special Education and Student Services; 360-965-0174

Discrimination and discriminatory harassment may be reported to the district employee/department listed above by phone at (360) 965-0000. You also have the right to file a written complaint. Address: 4220 80th Street NE, Marysville, WA 98270.The Marysville School District is a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.Classification HistoryJob description developed August 2005. Job description revised November 2008. Job description revised May 2010. Job description revised April 2011. Job description revised February 2012. Job description revised April 2014. Job description revised January 2015. Job description updated 2023.