Company Information
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Company Name: RI School for the Deaf
Website: https://rideaf.ri.gov

Job Information
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Job Title: Rhode Island School for the Deaf - School Psychologist
Start Date: ASAP
Address:
One Corliss Park
Providence, Rhode Island. 02908
United States

Job Description:
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.School Psychologist Certification Granted by the Rhode Island Department of
Education
2.Experience as a School Psychologist (minimum of 1 year)

REPORTS TO: Director

JOB GOAL: To support the academic achievement, social/behavioral skills and
emotional well-being of Rhode Island School for the Deaf students.

PERFORMANCE QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrate expertise in the areas of mental
health, learning and behavior through direct service to students, coaching,
consulting and outreach.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES OF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST:

1.Adheres to federal and state special education regulations.
2.Communicates high and clear expectations for students.
3.Administers and/or reviews a variety of assessments (e.g. cognitive,
adaptive, behavioral rating scales, observations, FBAs, etc.), shares
findings with key stakeholders and interprets test data in order to
understand the academic, biological, and developmental issues that impact
student performance.
4.Assists teams in developing, implementing and monitoring Behavior
Intervention Plans (BIPs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to
meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.
5.Conducts risk screenings and supports district with crisis intervention.
6.Provides consult to teachers regarding the learning and social/emotional
and behavioral well-being of their students.
7.Communicates regularly with students and parents regarding the student’s
academic, behavioral, social/emotional status; communicates immediately when
there are urgent concerns.
8.Collaborates with community providers and agencies to coordinate supports
for students and families.
9.Serves as a member of Evaluation,504 and IEP Teams.
10.Actively participates and serves on general education problem-solving
teams.
11.Provides direct student services including counseling, small group skills
instruction, behavior intervention support and crisis intervention.
12.Assists in the collection and analysis of data at the district and
building level.
13.Attends professional development workshops and conferences.
14.Communicates regularly with the Director .
15.Has solid knowledge of the RI Social and Emotional Learning Standards.
16.Follows school policy and procedures, respecting the boundaries of
professional responsibilities, when working with students, colleagues, and
families.
17.Exhibits attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and
professional ethics; Uses effective communication skills with students,
colleagues, families and related agencies (spoken, written and nonverbal);
Completes all requested forms, reports, and data collections in an accurate
and timely manner; Performs the functions of the position in accordance with
the: Content Competencies as prescribed by the National Association of School
Psychologists (NASP); RI Professional Code of Conduct; and all laws,
regulations, school district policies, directives, the mission of the
district, school-based plans, and administrative priorities / requests.
18.Performs other duties as may be assigned and/or necessary to perform the
functions of the position.
Position Type: Full-time



Requirements:
Education:
•Master’s Degree – Psychology
Supported by:
•Relevant coursework in Deaf Education, Special Education.
Certification:
•Rhode Island Certification as a School Psychologist (or eligibility of
same by date of hire).
•Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language.
Knowledge and Skills:
•Knowledge of contemporary theory and practice in school psychology for
deaf and hard of hearing students.
•Ability to communicate and provide guidance to a diverse school community
OR
•ANY combination of education, certification, knowledge/skills and
experience that shall be substantially equivalent to REQUIREMENTS.

PLEASE NOTE:
•Only complete School Spring application packets, including letter of
intent (Cover Letter) will be considered. Please do not send paper
applications.
•Applicants must be currently certified by the Rhode Island Department of
Education for the position for which they are applying.
If selected for interview, you will be required to bring the following items
with you:

•Original Rhode Island Teacher or Administrator Certification
•Original Praxis or NTE scores
•Certified transcripts
•Original, signed professional letters of recommendation (references should
be less than one year old, from persons not related to you whom you have
known for at least one year)
Master degree preferred
Citizenship, residency or work visa required




Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume, Cover Letter, Transcript, Application Form
Majors Desired:: Education

Application Information
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