Job Title: School Psychology Intern for the 2024-2025 School Year
Reports to: Supervising School Psychologist and Executive Director of Special Education
Work Schedule: Full-time position 7.5 hours per day. School Days
Salary: September- June ($30,000.00)
Position Summary:
The School Psychology Intern is a third-year (or equivalent) graduate student who will complete their program requirements under the supervision of their university supervisor while also assisting the district and their school-based mentor(s) to achieve the district’s mission.
Desired Skills (Congruent with the Expected Knowledge and Expertise of an Intern):
- 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:
In conjunction with Supervising School Psychologist and Executive Director of Special Education
This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon the internship plan and areas of emphasis, the intern may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:
- Develop and 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 that provide practical recommendations
- Facilitate data-based team decision-making, development of appropriate programs, determination of student placements, and monitor the 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 the classroom, in 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
- Follow all MSVL Policies and Procedures, and engage in all mandatory training necessary for employment
- 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
Minimum Qualifications:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Successful School Psychology Practicum Experience
- 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
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.
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: Dr. Courtney Hill, Executive Director of Equity and Family Engagement; courtney_hill@msd25.org; 360-965-0008
- Gender Inclusivity: Dr. Courtney Hill, Executive Director of Equity and Family Engagement; courtney_hill@msd25.org; 360-965-0008
- Harassment, Intimidation, & Bullying
- Title IX: Claudette Rushing, General Counsel/Executive Director of Legal and Risk Management; claudette_rushing@msd25.org; 360-965-0020
- Section 504 and ADA: Dr. Michelle Roper, Executive Director of Special Education and Student Services; michelle_roper@msd25.org; 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.