Position Title: School Psychologist
Reports to: Director of Special Services
Terms of Employment: 195 days
Alta Vista (AV) Charter Schools are a free, open enrollment, public charter school currently serving students in
grades K – 4 and 6 – 12. AV schools are part of the Guadalupe Education System (GES) under Guadalupe
Centers, Inc. It is sponsored by the University of Central Missouri. The vision of GES is to empower students to
succeed in college and their chosen professions by providing a rigorous and enriching learning experience that
develops highly educated, socially conscious, culturally competent, contributing members of society.
Summary: The School Psychologist for Special Education will primarily work with special education and
classroom teachers to implement SPED strategies, accommodations and modifications for all students with an
IEP. He/She will ensure that appropriate educational services are provided to all students eligible for Special
Education and Section 504 plans. He/She will ensure an efficient and effective system of review, screening,
referral, evaluation and placement for students with suspected disabilities.
Essential Knowledge:
 Knowledge of the legal requirements of state and federal laws in regard to Special Education programs and
Section 504—particularly, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), due process safeguards,
the Missouri State Plan—and the District’s Special Education policies.
 Keeps abreast of and complies with applicable statues and regulations, including due process safeguards and
the Missouri State Plan.
 Knowledge of the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) (formerly MAP-A) and coordinate district-wide the
implementation of DLM with the Special Education teachers.
 Assists with maintaining legal compliance: Works with the Director of Special Services in administering and
implementing compliance related activities and assists teachers in completion of all necessary paperwork to
ensure compliance with state and federal laws (IDEA), along with district policies, as needed.
 Provides training and supports to instructional staff: Works in conjunction with the Directors of Special
Services, ESL and Curriculum to implement an effective staff development program related to effective
instructional practices for students with an IEP or 504 Plan.
 Provides consultation for Special Education and General Education teachers concerning best practices,
accommodations, and instructional resources to work with students in their classrooms who have an IEP or
504 Plan.
 Assists teachers within an educational program to assist students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
 Oversees referral and evaluation process:
 Oversee with the administration of the referral process (ECOS) to determine the appropriateness of/and need
for an evaluation of a student for Special Education services, or of a 504 Plan.
 Coordinates and supervises the screening and evaluation process of all children potentially eligible for Special
Education or 504. Analyzes, interprets and evaluates medical, psychological, social and educational
information regarding services for eligible students.
Qualifications:
Required:
 Valid Missouri School Psychologist
 3 years of successful School Psychology.
 Committed toward the success of historically under-served students.
 Effective written and oral communication, team building, and organizational skills.
 Possess knowledge of state and federal laws (and District policies) regarding the services for disabled people.
 Demonstrated ability to work with Building Level and District Level Leadership.
 Knowledge of all cognitive, academic, social/emotional, and adaptive assessments.
 Pass Criminal Background Check.
Preferred:
5years of successful School Psychology.
Experience in an urban school setting.
Spanish speaking.
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 the essential functions.
This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, and reach with
hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least ten pounds. Job requires the employee occasionally to
stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth
perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation: Salary is based upon years of experience and degree of education. A competitive benefits package
is also offered.
Application Process:
If you are interested in applying complete an application on moreap.net and send your resume and letter of
interest with your educator ID to opportunities@guadalupecenters.org. The application process includes two inperson interviews and teaching a sample lesson. If you would like to learn more about the schools before applying
please visit us at http://www.altavistacharterschools.org/
GUADALUPE CENTERS, INC. conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment
opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities’ individuals with disabilities and
veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports
equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national
origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family &Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any
complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or
participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.