23/24 SY School Psychologist Intern (pool)
REPORTS TO: School Psychologist
Position Summary
Education for Change is looking for a School Psychologist Intern. S/He will be under the supervision of the School Psychologist, provide direct services at assigned schools; assist in the intervention process as a member of the Student Support Team; perform individual psychological observations, evaluations and assessments of referred students; explain the results of these evaluations to parents, teachers and students where appropriate; provide consultation to educational staff regarding behavioral issues; and perform other related work as required.
Our Approach
EFC is committed to serving ALL students, regardless of need. Our approach addresses the diverse needs of our students by offering a myriad of program designs to meet individual need. We offer inclusion, resource instruction, combined programs that include both inclusive and small group instruction, and specialized programs for students with autism, those in need of emotional support, and students with more moderate needs. Utilizing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports, our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to analyze and problem solve around student and staff needs. We employ a whole child approach that not only meets the basic needs of our students, but also takes into consideration their socio-emotional, academic and behavioral needs.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the school psychologist:
- Consult and collaborate with educational staff regarding students with emotional, behavioral, cognitive and learning difficulties, in accordance with all directives, standards, procedures, policies, laws, rules, regulations, codes and guidelines
- Process referrals, perform observations, and administer evaluation instruments to individual students; Interpret, analyze, evaluate, document, track and report results of observations and assessments
- Assist in the intervention process as a member of the Student Support Team
- Assist in the development of FBAs and BIPs for students and in the implementation of recommended courses of action
- Support and/or participate in manifestation determination team meetings
- Consult with teachers, support staff, parents, serve as an integral part of multiple site special education teams and attend meetings
- Maintain accurate records and other required data, prepare and submit reports in a timely manner
- Maintain strict student and parent confidentiality
- Provide Tier 2 counseling support as needed
- Perform other related duties, as assigned
Abilities and Skills:
- Understand current issues, laws and regulations regarding psychological services, special education, special education trends, and other issues related to children with special needs
- Knowledge of modern psychological principles, processes and techniques
- Accepted psychological observation, evaluation and assessment instruments, procedures and applications
- Applicable procedures, policies, rules, regulations, codes, laws and guidelines pertaining to special education
- Processes involved with the Evaluation Summary Eligibility Report.
- Makes independent decisions but seeks guidance from supervisors as appropriate
- Strong verbal and written skills; proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation
- Data tracking and collection, record management and reporting methods
- Skill in use of computers and technology, to include, but not limited to email, internet, Microsoft Office or equivalent software. Computers, copiers, fax machines, scanners and voice recorders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Spanish bilingual candidates in order to best meet the needs of our high EL population. An additional bilingual stipend will be offered to qualified candidates.
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must be eligible for a Pupil Personnel Services Intern Credential in School Psychology.
- Letter of Intent
- Enrolled in a graduate school psychology program
- 3 letters of recommendation
EFC Core Values
- Connected- We continually work to build trusting relationships among students, families, staff, and the Oakland community at large. We are an all-hands-on-deck network driven by empathy. We value our collective identity and the individual identities of our community members and scholars such that we have a sense of collective ownership and responsibility for each other and for our scholars.
- Inclusive- We proactively disrupt predictable patterns of opportunity, power, privilege, and performance. We create an inclusive environment where multiple perspectives are not only valued but sought, where people from all backgrounds feel seen and heard and can thrive, and where we all feel a deep sense of accountability to our mission.
- Interdependent- Our success at every level is dependent on our individual and collective sustainability. To that end, we are transparent, creative, and collaborative problem-solvers who seek to build trusting relationships. We are curious and are open to new ideas while also putting systems in place to ensure continuity so that our employees can stay, grow, thrive, and help make good on our promise to our students and families.
- Learners- We support each other to develop and grow so that we can leverage our collective power, intelligence, and passion on behalf of our students. We lean on home-grown leaders who are rooted in our community. Individuals feel known and are provided opportunities to maximize their potential in alignment with their passions and goals.