School Psychologist Examiner
About the Employer
Contracted School Examiner/Psychologist Job Description
Job Summary
The Educational Examiner provides contracted psychoeducational assessment and special education support services to K-12 school districts. The Educational Examiner conducts and interprets intellectual and educational assessments, collaborates with special education teachers and school-based teams throughout the evaluation process, and provides clear, comprehensive recommendations to support appropriate educational programming and services for students with disabilities.
Essential Duties
Psychoeducational Assessment
Conduct Individual Intelligence and Cognitive Assessments
Conduct individual intelligence and cognitive assessments for students in grades K-12 using standardized, norm-referenced assessment instruments.
Administer, Score, Interpret, and Document Assessment Results
Administer, score, interpret, and document assessment results in accordance with standardized testing procedures and professional guidelines.
Review Student Records and Data
Review student records, educational history, teacher input, classroom performance, and other relevant data as part of the evaluation process.
Analyze Assessment Data
Analyze assessment data to identify patterns of strengths and weaknesses and their potential impact on educational performance.
Develop Comprehensive Evaluation Reports
Develop comprehensive evaluation reports that clearly communicate assessment results, interpretations, and educational implications.
Provide Data-Based Recommendations
Provide data-based recommendations for instruction, interventions, accommodations, and educational programming when appropriate.
Maintain Accurate Documentation
Maintain accurate, confidential documentation related to student evaluations and special education records.
Evaluation Process Coordination
Direct and Coordinate the Evaluation Process
Direct and coordinate the evaluation process in collaboration with special education teachers, interventionists, administrators, related service providers, and other members of the educational team.
Provide Guidance and Support
Provide guidance to special education teachers regarding appropriate assessment procedures, required documentation, timelines, and evaluation components.
Assist School Teams
Assist school teams in identifying additional assessment needs and determining appropriate evaluation measures.
Review Educational Data
Review existing educational data and assist teams in determining whether additional evaluation is warranted.
Monitor Evaluation Timelines
Monitor evaluation timelines and communicate with school personnel regarding outstanding components of the evaluation process.
Ensure Compliance
Ensure that assessment activities and documentation support applicable federal and state special education requirements.
Special Education Committee Support
Participate in Meetings
Participate in special education committee meetings, including eligibility and reevaluation meetings.
Present Assessment Findings
Present assessment findings and explain results in clear, understandable language to school personnel and families.
Collaborate with Committee Members
Collaborate with committee members in interpreting evaluation data and determining educational implications.
Provide Professional Recommendations
Provide professional recommendations regarding eligibility, educational needs, and appropriate supports based on available data.
Support Individualized Educational Recommendations
Support the development of individualized educational recommendations based on student strengths, needs, and assessment findings.
Parent and Family Support
Serve as a Resource
Serve as a knowledgeable and approachable resource for parents and guardians throughout the evaluation and special education process.
Explain Evaluation Procedures
Explain evaluation procedures, assessment results, eligibility considerations, and educational recommendations in language that families can readily understand.
Encourage Parent Participation
Encourage meaningful parent participation and collaboration in special education meetings.
Respond to Parent Questions
Respond professionally and compassionately to parent questions and concerns regarding evaluation results and the special education process.
Help Families Understand Assessment Information
Help families understand how assessment information may be used to support their student's educational needs.
Professional Collaboration
Establish Effective Relationships
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, special education personnel, related service providers, students, and families.
Consult with School Personnel
Consult with school personnel regarding assessment findings and appropriate educational interventions.
Provide Expertise and Consultation
Provide professional expertise and consultation related to cognitive assessment, evaluation procedures, and special education decision-making.
Maintain Current Knowledge
Maintain current knowledge of federal and state special education regulations, assessment practices, and educational evaluation procedures.
Comply with Laws and Regulations
Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and district policies governing student information and educational records.
Qualifications
Education
Master's degree or higher in education, special education, school psychology, educational psychology, or a closely related field.
Credentials and Licensure
Appropriate credentials, licensure, certification, or qualifications to administer and interpret standardized intellectual and educational assessments, as required by applicable state regulations.
Experience
Experience conducting individual cognitive/intelligence assessments with school-age students.
Knowledge of Special Education Procedures
Knowledge of special education eligibility procedures and federal and state requirements.
Communication Skills
Demonstrated ability to interpret assessment data and communicate findings effectively to both educational professionals and families.
Organizational Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to Work Independently
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary school teams.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Standing, Walking, Sitting, and Talking/Hearing
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.
Reaching, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Lifting and Moving Up to 50 Pounds
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific Vision Abilities
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
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 essential functions.
Noise Level
The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.
Other
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems necessary.