School Psychologist
SY 2014-2015
Envision Education is seeking a school psychologist in the Bay Area. Come join an
organization dedicated to transforming the lives of urban high school students!
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Through a program of psychological services, eliminate, as completely as possible,
all variables that prevent or interfere with a student's ability to learn, to enlarge the
educational experience of students by promoting their sense of self, and facilitating
their best possible adjustment to school. The School Psychologist:
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Conducts individual and group evaluations and diagnoses of learning, behavior
and/or adjustment problems of students at assigned schools;
Provides guidance and assistance to students with learning, behavior and/or
adjustment problems;
Provides support in developing appropriate individual and/or group
programs of instruction and treatment of learning disabilities, including
performing FBA’s and developing BSP’s
Assists in systematically reassessing children with special educational needs as
appropriate;
Provides in-service training in learning, child development and child
management to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals and
paraprofessionals in assigned school;
Provides consultation and advisement to administrators, teachers, and parents
regarding the general and special educational programs as appropriate;
Coordinates, communicates with and seeks consultation with community
agencies as appropriate
Effectively communicates knowledge and ideas orally and in writing; maintains
effective interpersonal relationships and communication in the professional
setting.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate
administrator.
Minimum qualifications
 School Psychology Credential; Master’s Degree or higher in related field;
successful school psychology and special education experience.
 Knowledge of, and support for, Envision’s mission, vision, and educational
model.
Hiring Process
If you are an excellent fit for this position, please apply online at
www.envisionschools.org/apply
Who We Are
Envision Education transforms the lives of students—especially those who will be
first in their family to attend college—by preparing them for success in college, in
careers, and in life.
Vibrant learning communities apply compassion and high expectations to inspire
and empower students. Our approach is specifically designed to increase student
engagement, deepen integration and understanding, promote active learning, and
ensure college success. Envision further distinguishes its campuses with:
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Economic, ethnic, and racial diversity,
Rigorous academic discipline, and
Excellence at every level.
Young people quickly become high-performing eager learners by engaging with a
rigorous and creative project-based learning curriculum that is relevant to their
lives. Each year our graduates are accepted to colleges around the country, and
once they enroll, they persist toward their degrees at high rates. Our proven
educational model is currently being adapted for schools across the country through
Envision Learning Partners.
More information can be found at www.envisionschools.org/apply
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to identifying and developing the
skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage all qualified
candidates to apply.