The West Central Education District is looking for either a School Psychologist OR a Special Education Facilitator with placement in the Albany Area School District. See both job descriptions below:
Job Title: School Psychologist
Location: West Central Education District with placement in Albany Area Schools
Reports To: Building Principals and WCED Special Education Supervisor
Position Overview:
The school psychologist provides educational evaluations and consultation to students, parents, teachers, and staff. Experience with the evaluation of English learners preferred.
Essential Functions:
* Conducts psychoeducational evaluations and screenings, which can include observation of students, assisting with FBAs, reviewing student records, administration of intellectual, behavioral, social emotional, and academic achievement measures and writes reports pertaining to those evaluation findings;
* Consults and advises parents, regular education personnel, special education personnel, and administration regarding specific learning/behavior/social problems, consults with outside agencies regarding services available;
* Participates in district MTSS processes;
* Participates in child study staffings, provides feedback on psychoeducational evaluations, and develops intervention and strategies;
* Submits data for third-party billing as required;
* Adheres to all due process procedures and compliance requirements;
* Provides good public relations and customer service with member districts, staff, parents and the general public;
* Follows all policies and regulations;
* Regular and prompt attendance is essential;
* Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of a School Psychologist;
* Knowledge of statutes and rules relating to special education;
* Ability to demonstrate confidentiality;
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, administrators, and outside agencies;
* Ability to handle a variety of assignments or problems independently;
* Ability to apply a variety of procedures and policies;
* Ability to collect, read, summarize, compare, and apply data;
* Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, school staff, administrators, and other agencies;
* Ability to write clearly and concisely;
* Ability to use modern office equipment, technology, and related software.
Education & Experience:Master's Degree in School Psychology (Interns encouraged to apply)
Salary Range: $45,702-$90,062 depending on education and experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Registrations:
Licensed as a School Psychologist by PELSB
Valid Driver's License
To Apply:
Email the completed job application<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wced6026.org%2Fpages%2Fuploaded_files%2FWCED%2520Employment%2520Application.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C9b98c4a4f2b74b745af808dda1dd4500%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638844694164807529%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=helhYh7ItLfWF07%2B5z44BtZ13E35Sy4XySzPzoO9%2BA4%3D&reserved=0>, letter of interest, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at ehoffman@wced6026.com<mailto:ehoffman@wced6026.com>.
OR
Position Title: Special Education Facilitator assigned to Albany Area Schools
Reports To: Building Principals and Special Education Supervisor
FTE: 1.0 FTE
Bargaining Group: WCED Certified Staff
Work Year: 182 Days
The Special Education Facilitator provides leadership and support for special education services within an assigned member district. This non-supervisory position, under the teacher contract, is designed to lead special education systems and facilitate pre-referral and evaluation processes. The role may fulfill selected duties of a school psychologist in cases where a licensed psychologist is unavailable, with contracted providers supporting functions outside the scope of licensure.
Essential Functions
* Serve as the special education lead within the assigned member district.
* Participate in and support district- and building-level MTSS teams.
* Assist in the development of system-wide goals and data-informed strategies.
* Monitor implementation and fidelity of academic and behavioral interventions.
* Contribute to strategic initiatives including PBIS, CEIS, ADSIS, LETRS, and restorative practices.
* Support teachers in the use of research-based interventions across tiers.
* Monitor progress data and assist with decisions around movement between tiers.
* Participate in student support and data review meetings such as grade-level teams, SAT, and BAT.
* Facilitate child study and special education evaluation processes.
* Collaborate with teams to identify evaluation needs and interpret available data.
* Administer selected assessments within scope of licensure (e.g., behavior rating scales).
* Coordinate with contracted school psychologists for assessments requiring licensure (e.g., cognitive/IQ).
* Provide leadership in ASD evaluations and assist with eligibility determinations.
* Review initial evaluations for compliance and quality.
* Problem-solve unique cases in collaboration with the school psychology/facilitator team and special education supervisor.
* Meet regularly with administrators and special education supervisor to address student, teacher, or program needs.
* Participate in annual planning for initiatives such as program evaluations, training priorities, and support for new staff.
* Review student move-ins for eligibility and assist with case manager assignment.
* Coordinate behavioral referrals to external programs in partnership with administrators.
* Support training efforts for teachers and paraprofessionals as requested.
* Contribute to data collection and reporting for CEIS, ADSIS, MTSS, and December 1 Child Count.
* Complete workload analysis annually and as requested by district leadership.
Professional Expectations
* Demonstrates professionalism in appearance, communication, and conduct.
* Maintains confidentiality and adheres to high ethical standards.
* Builds collaborative and respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
* Participates actively and effectively in meetings with preparation and follow-through.
* Communicates clearly in both verbal and written formats.
* Is reliable, punctual, and follows through on assigned responsibilities.
* Provides leadership and problem-solving through creativity, initiative, and training support.
Position Limitations
The Special Education Facilitator does not:
* Supervise staff
* Assign paraprofessional schedules
* Serve as Administrative Designee at IEP meetings
* Coordinate 504 Plans
* Provide long-term counseling or direct IEP services
* Assign case managers (decision made in collaboration with building administrators)
Education & Experience: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, minimum 3 years of experience in a special education teaching role
Salary Range: $45,702-$90,062 depending on education and experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Registrations:
Licensed as a Special Education Teacher by PELSB
Valid Driver's License
To Apply:
Email the completed job application<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wced6026.org%2Fpages%2Fuploaded_files%2FWCED%2520Employment%2520Application.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C9b98c4a4f2b74b745af808dda1dd4500%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638844694164830719%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hpUKgNzabDG0glNgKq0SHZwi2sJmEB%2B8efU2jqkCYlw%3D&reserved=0>, letter of interest, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at ehoffman@wced6026.com<mailto:ehoffman@wced6026.com>.
The West Central Education District is looking for either a School Psychologist OR a Special Education Facilitator with placement in the Albany Area School District. See both job descriptions below:
Job Title: School Psychologist
Location: West Central Education District with placement in Albany Area Schools
Reports To: Building Principals and WCED Special Education Supervisor
Position Overview:
The school psychologist provides educational evaluations and consultation to students, parents, teachers, and staff. Experience with the evaluation of English learners preferred.
Essential Functions:
Conducts psychoeducational evaluations and screenings, which can include observation of students, assisting with FBAs, reviewing student records, administration of intellectual, behavioral, social emotional, and academic achievement measures and writes reports pertaining to those evaluation findings;
Consults and advises parents, regular education personnel, special education personnel, and administration regarding specific learning/behavior/social problems, consults with outside agencies regarding services available;
Participates in district MTSS processes;
Participates in child study staffings, provides feedback on psychoeducational evaluations, and develops intervention and strategies;
Submits data for third-party billing as required;
Adheres to all due process procedures and compliance requirements;
Provides good public relations and customer service with member districts, staff, parents and the general public;
Follows all policies and regulations;
Regular and prompt attendance is essential;
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of a School Psychologist;
Knowledge of statutes and rules relating to special education;
Ability to demonstrate confidentiality;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, administrators, and outside agencies;
Ability to handle a variety of assignments or problems independently;
Ability to apply a variety of procedures and policies;
Ability to collect, read, summarize, compare, and apply data;
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, school staff, administrators, and other agencies;
Ability to write clearly and concisely;
Ability to use modern office equipment, technology, and related software.
Education & Experience:Master's Degree in School Psychology (Interns encouraged to apply)
Salary Range: $45,702-$90,062 depending on education and experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Registrations:
Licensed as a School Psychologist by PELSB
Valid Driver's License
To Apply:
Email the completed job application, letter of interest, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at ehoffman@wced6026.com.OR
Position Title: Special Education Facilitator assigned to Albany Area Schools
Reports To: Building Principals and Special Education Supervisor
FTE: 1.0 FTE
Bargaining Group: WCED Certified Staff
Work Year: 182 Days
The Special Education Facilitator provides leadership and support for special education services within an assigned member district. This non-supervisory position, under the teacher contract, is designed to lead special education systems and facilitate pre-referral and evaluation processes. The role may fulfill selected duties of a school psychologist in cases where a licensed psychologist is unavailable, with contracted providers supporting functions outside the scope of licensure.
Essential Functions
Serve as the special education lead within the assigned member district.
Participate in and support district- and building-level MTSS teams.
Assist in the development of system-wide goals and data-informed strategies.
Monitor implementation and fidelity of academic and behavioral interventions.
Contribute to strategic initiatives including PBIS, CEIS, ADSIS, LETRS, and restorative practices.
Support teachers in the use of research-based interventions across tiers.
Monitor progress data and assist with decisions around movement between tiers.
Participate in student support and data review meetings such as grade-level teams, SAT, and BAT.
Facilitate child study and special education evaluation processes.
Collaborate with teams to identify evaluation needs and interpret available data.
Administer selected assessments within scope of licensure (e.g., behavior rating scales).
Coordinate with contracted school psychologists for assessments requiring licensure (e.g., cognitive/IQ).
Provide leadership in ASD evaluations and assist with eligibility determinations.
Review initial evaluations for compliance and quality.
Problem-solve unique cases in collaboration with the school psychology/facilitator team and special education supervisor.
Meet regularly with administrators and special education supervisor to address student, teacher, or program needs.
Participate in annual planning for initiatives such as program evaluations, training priorities, and support for new staff.
Review student move-ins for eligibility and assist with case manager assignment.
Coordinate behavioral referrals to external programs in partnership with administrators.
Support training efforts for teachers and paraprofessionals as requested.
Contribute to data collection and reporting for CEIS, ADSIS, MTSS, and December 1 Child Count.
Complete workload analysis annually and as requested by district leadership.
Professional Expectations
Demonstrates professionalism in appearance, communication, and conduct.
Maintains confidentiality and adheres to high ethical standards.
Builds collaborative and respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Participates actively and effectively in meetings with preparation and follow-through.
Communicates clearly in both verbal and written formats.
Is reliable, punctual, and follows through on assigned responsibilities.
Provides leadership and problem-solving through creativity, initiative, and training support.
Position Limitations
The Special Education Facilitator does not:
Supervise staff
Assign paraprofessional schedules
Serve as Administrative Designee at IEP meetings
Coordinate 504 Plans
Provide long-term counseling or direct IEP services
Assign case managers (decision made in collaboration with building administrators)
Education & Experience: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, minimum 3 years of experience in a special education teaching role
Salary Range: $45,702-$90,062 depending on education and experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Registrations:
Licensed as a Special Education Teacher by PELSB
Valid Driver's License
To Apply:
Email the completed job application, letter of interest, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at ehoffman@wced6026.com.
