Requisition Number 19-2288
Title (GCA) School Psychologist
City Atlanta State GA

Description
[GCA] School Psychologist INSPIRE THE FUTURE
K12 is a dynamic company on a mission to provide the most compelling, comprehensive, and effective K-12 education available. Our employees are a critical part of an organization that is providing powerful, new options for the way children can be educated. They have a passion for education and a drive to make a difference.

The mission of Georgia Cyber Academy is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The School Psychologist provides psychological evaluation services including, but not limited to, assessments, reports, providing related educational recommendations, consultation, therapy, and any other applicable educational services for students of the school. AS School Psychologist , YOU WILL ENJOY...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:. The below State ments are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Ensures all newly received documents (evaluation team reports, etc.) are compliant; Takes the necessary steps to ensure compliance when necessary; Ensures all existing documents are compliant following the guidelines set forth by the State .
• Demonstrates understanding of criteria for all areas of eligibility according to Georgia DOE rules/guidelines.
• Administers academic assessments to currently enrolled students per mandated time frames when assigned
• Assists in evaluation team report meetings;
• Participates in the school's intervention assistance team when needed
• Assists the Special Education Director and Psychological Services Manager in developing/leading/participating in professional development for the general education staff, special education staff, and parents of students in special education programs.
• Works closely with guidance counselors to provide training in various emotional health areas
• Keeps abreast of all changing legislative issues impacting special education eligibility.
• Attend eligibility meetings to review psychological assessments and aid in eligibility determinations
• Draft eligibility reports for students
• Review results of evaluations with parents
• Attend RTI meetings as needed
• Provide parent consultations
• Consult with teachers/administrators about student concerns
• Assist Lead Psychologist when needed

Get to know (GCA) !

• Georgia Cyber Academy
• Behind the scenes
• A Day in the life

Are you driven by excellence to deliver instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs? If selected, you will participate in a comprehensive new teacher training program for three weeks before the start of school. It is an opportunity to meet colleagues and learn the responsibilities required for delivering curriculum in an online environment. During this training you will also learn how to monitor student progress through K12's learning management system, and to be a partner actively working with students and parents to advance each child's learning.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree AND
• One (1) year of experience as a school psychologist OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates and Licenses: Current Georgia State certification/licensure in school psychology
Other Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel; Web proficiency
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to administer assessment, and attend professional development and District meetings
• Ability to pass required background check

Desired Qualifications

• Specialist Degree

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position requires some office days per month

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the State where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
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K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.