Licensed Specialist in School Psychology - El Paso (Immediate Opening)
Description
Position at IDEA Public Schools
About El Paso
In 2018, IDEA launched 4 schools that support our promise of college for all students in the El Paso Region. El Paso has consistently been rated as one of the safest cities in the United States of America for over 20 consecutive years. In addition to this ranking, El Paso was also selected as a 2018 All-America City, earned the Governor's Achievement Award, and was named the fifth-best small city in America.
Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a school of 150 students in Donna, TX to the fastest- growing family of tuition-free, public charter schools in the United States. In 2019, we will grow to 6 schools serving El Paso and Socorro.
By 2022, IDEA will operate 173 schools in 10 regions educating a hundred thousand students on their road to and through college.
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Role Mission: IDEA Public Schools works to ensure the success of all students and to address any barriers which may impact students from achieving incredible academic and social outcomes. Licensed Specialists of School Psychology, key members of the Special Programs team partner with regional instructional leaders, a portfolio of campus leaders, and teachers to maximize student outcomes.
The IDEA Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) demonstrates knowledge and skill in assessment, determining Special Education eligibility, academic and behavioral interventions, state and federal legal frameworks for Special Education, and ensures compliance with all facets of Special Education. LSSPs will help a portfolio of campusessupport students and parents through problem solving interventions with students, who may be struggling both academically and behaviorally. In addition, LSSPs will provide direct student behavioral supports and track student progress towards IEP goals.
Accountabilities
1. The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology will demonstrate knowledge of and aid in the development, completion, and monitoring of ARD (Admission, Review, Dismissal)/IEP (Individualized Education Program) for Special Education Services as per State and Federal Guidelines.
- Supports the special education teachers in developing appropriate IEP academic, behavioral, and social goals.
- Ensure IEP services are being provided as indicated in the ARD.
- Meet 100% compliance in Annual ARDs and ensure all paperwork is submitted in a timely manner.
- Works in conjunction with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other related and Instructional Service Personnel (VI, AI, APE, PT) to ensure completion of all ARD paperwork in a timely manner.
- Follows correct procedures for maintaining records and services.
2. The LSSP will plan and complete 100% of individual and group Special