School Psychologist

Job Objective: Provides psycho-educational assessments, intervention planning and consultation services.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Holds/maintains valid Ohio State Board of Psychology and Ohio Department of Education Pupil Services licenses as a school psychologist.
• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
• Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.

Note: Employees must obtain training and maintain skills to fulfill compliance requirements applicable to the position as required by board policy and state/federal law.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides student assessments to identify developmental, learning, behavioral and/or mental health problems. Develops interventions to prevent/remediate identified concerns.

• Assists with program planning. Identifies opportunities to enhance student learning. 
• Contributes to the development of dropout prevention, re-entry and school completion programs. 
• Conducts evaluations for early entrance, gifted and non-public school programs. 
• Collaborates with staff to identify students struggling with academic and/or social-emotional issues. Helps investigate student concerns (e.g., abuse/neglect, attendance, discrimination, domestic violence, emotional/behavioral issues, pregnancy, poverty, self-esteem, substance abuse, etc.). Initiates contact and collaborates with parents, school personnel and/or community resources to address student concerns. 
• Coordinates the Evaluation Team Report (ETR) process and parent/student conferences. 
• Administers/interprets diagnostic tests. Recommends student services relevant to needs. 
• Participates in a differentiated referral system (i.e., informal intervention process) that allows staff/parents to request a consultation and/or student evaluation. 
• Collaboratively identifies and resolves problems that impede student learning. Implements evidence-based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames. 
• Assists with 504 accommodation plans. Serves as a parent/staff resource for plan implementation. 
• Helps staff with Individualized Education Plans (IEP). 
• Completes Evaluation Team Reports (ETR) by required deadlines. 
• Works with staff to monitor intervention efficacy. Recommends modifications as needed. 
• Advocates for students. Facilitates inclusive educational opportunities for all students. 
• Allots time for individual/group and classroom counseling. Helps students make appropriate choices and improve personal skills (e.g., accountability, interpersonal communication, responsible behavior, self-confidence, etc.). Encourages creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance. 
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of all required Medicaid reports. 
• Directs the work of a school psychology support staff when applicable.

2. Exemplifies professionalism to enhance NwOESC and member district public images.

• Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Performs all aspects of the job. 
• Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities. 
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team. 
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record. Provides prompt notice of delays or absences. 
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position. 
• Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards. 
• Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time. 
• Refers administrative procedure and policy questions to an appropriate administrator. 
• Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. 

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties. 
• Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.

5. Keeps current with emergency management plan procedures.

• Protects program property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies. 
• Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect. 
• Upholds high standards for proper conduct. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.

6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Helps implement workplace initiatives to advance organizational goals.

CONTRACT: Anticipated Full and/or Part-time opportunities for the 2026-27 school year and beyond.

LOCATION:  School Districts in the NwOESC service area (Defiance, Fulton, Henry, and Williams Counties)

DEADLINE: Until Filled 

SALARY:  Per the adopted salary schedule based on training and experience

BENEFITS:  Paid sick leave and personal leave.  Health, dental, vision, and life insurance are available working 25 hours or more a week.  Membership in the State Teachers Retirement System.

APPLY TO: A link to our online application can be found at the NwOESC website at www.nwoesc.org under Employment. Please upload a letter of interest, licensure, and resume with your online application.