Description

The School Psychologists’ Paraprofessional is responsible to supporting the school psychologists of Tri-County by retrieving student records, doing clerical duties, entering assessment data into scoring system, and making some on-site visits. This individual should have considerable skill in prioritizing, meeting deadlines, confidentiality, and being reliable. They will be able to demonstrate effective communication skills, basic computer skills, and strong organizational skills. A basic understanding of the requirements of special education and timelines is required.

 

Essential Responsibilities

• Track down student records for new/move-in students
• Examine student files for School Psychologist; disperse as requested
• Be able to mail, scan, email, fax, file and print documents
• Utilize Webkidss to Complete Consents for Evaluation, and other forms
• Transfer assessment protocol information into scoring system and share report with school psychologist
• Contact other agencies to determine educational advocates (Families Together, KVC)
• Support school psychologist in scheduling
• Communicate regularly with school psychologists
• Complete time sensitive items as a priority by deadline
• Perform other duties, as assigned, which may include working in a classroom setting with students with disabilities. 

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to work in a variety of noisy and crowded environments.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective organizational skills and work with a deadline.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a vehicle.

Other General Responsibilities

• Participate in staff meetings, as requested.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
• Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Assist in general office functions, as needed, in an effort to provide continuity in office operations.
• See that Interlocal policies are observed during all activities.
• Obtain advance approval for inservice training, as required.
• Adhere to all district and Interlocal health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Qualifications

• Highly Qualified Paraprofessional
• Health and inoculation certificate on file at the Central Office.

Salary

Instructional Paraprofessional

Length of term

10 month position; Start date is August inservice; End date is last student day of School District calendar