Intern School Psychologist for Special Education Programs

Intern School Psychologist – Special Education ProgramsJob ID: 668Position Type: Special EducationDate Posted: 4/1/2025The Tuscarora Intermediate Unit invites applicants for the Intern School Psychologist for Special Education Programs. This is a one-year internship position, 187 days. Salary is 30,000 plus travel. This is a paid internship, grant funded for an out-of-state student defined as:A student with primary residency in a state other than PennsylvaniaA student with primary residency in Pennsylvania attending an out-of-state school psychology graduate programA student with primary residency in a country other than the United StatesThe student may be enrolled in a Pennsylvania College or University; enrollment in a Pennsylvania program is not required for eligibilityMust be enrolled in an accredited school psychology graduate program and working toward Pennsylvania state certification and/or Nationally Certified School Psychologist credentialThe Intern School Psychologist for Special Education Programs shall report directly to the Director for Special Education.Application RequirementsApplicants must apply via Applitrack and complete the online application. To be considered for an open position, applicants must upload the following required clearances:Act 24 Arrest and Conviction ReportAct 34 Pennsylvania Criminal History ClearanceAct 151 Pennsylvania Child Abuse ClearanceAct 114 Federal Criminal History ClearanceResponsibilitiesConduct psychological and academic assessments.Assist the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Leadership and Advanced Tiers Teams to analyze data and engage in instructional and intervention matching at the building, classroom, and student levels to ensure all students, including those with disabilities, have their academic and behavioral needs met. Support the Advanced Tiers team to problem-solve around individual student data and evaluate student responsiveness to intervention, while adhering to Child Find obligations.Implement an effective program for psychological and follow-up services:Administer tests to individual students.Participate as a member of MDT and prepare CER reports as required.Engage in collaboration with school personnel, families, and community agencies to effectively support students.Provide specific recommendations to teachers and administrators to assist them in implementing intervention programs based on assessment results.Interpret test results for appropriate staff members and parents.Provide consultation support to help teachers implement evidence-based academic, social, emotional, and behavioral practices and interventions to improve outcomes.Conduct staff development programs for administrators and teaching staff to increase understanding of students' educational and psychological needs.Make classroom or home visits to observe referrals as deemed necessary.Work with teachers to improve delivery of evidence-based interventions with fidelity, remedial work, re-education, rehabilitation, etc., for students with disabilities.Provide short-term individual and group counseling to students to address barriers to school functioning, adhering to psychological counseling as a related service guidelines, and collaborating with community mental health professionals and families.Consult with school personnel and families in the development of special programs, delivery of evidence-based interventions, and skills for supporting students based on specific needs.Develop a program for the systematic re-evaluation of students with disabilities.Assist other staff members in developing ways to facilitate learning and adjustment of students.Develop and maintain records, including filing of information, concerning psychological testing, CER, student follow-up and monthly reports on services provided to member districts.Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director for Special Education.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust be enrolled in an accredited school psychology graduate program and working toward Pennsylvania state certification and/or Nationally Certified School Psychologist credential.Knowledge of the Pennsylvania Special Education Regulations and Standards.Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force, occasionally, to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move equipment/supplies including students.Ability to provide personal, reliable vehicle for own travel requirements and travel within the workday to a variety of school settings and environments.Oral communication: effectively in English with others at all levels of group and individual contacts.Knowledge of the National Association of School Psychologists Practice model.Writing communication: effectively in the English language.Interpersonal skills: effectively collaborate with school administrators, staff, parents, and agency personnel.Qualification StandardsEducation: Possess a Pennsylvania Certificate for Educational Specialist I or II, School Psychologist.Experience: Prior experience as a school psychologist preferred.A review of this job description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor.J-18808-Ljbffr