Job Information
Biddeford Schools School Psychologists in Biddeford, Maine
School Psychologists JobID: 2402
Position Type:
Special Services/ Psychologist
Date Posted:
2/26/2024
Location:
Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative
We are seeking:Preschool Psychologistswho conductingremoteevaluations. Enjoy the flexibility of making your own schedule and the benefits of a strong, supportive team of fellow Psychologists!
Evaluations only
Flexible schedule
Flexible location and partial work-from-home
There are multiple openings for full and part-time throughout the state. Check out why we are adifferent experience (https://youtu.be/Qh-OFdjKN8U)
Benefits include:
Health insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision
Professional Development
403 B Retirement Options
PTO time offered
Paid COVID time
Flexible scheduling
Mileage reimbursement
NOTE: Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative employees are not eligible for Maine State Retirement but are eligible to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan.
The Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative (SMAC) hires SLPs to serve children in Maine's preschool, daycare, school, and clinic settings. Our mission is to provide speech and language services for the growing number of children in Southern Maine who need specialized support to be ready for Kindergarten thru their academic experience. SMAC is a unique organization that returns our profits to the public school system. So put your time and expertise to work for the benefit of your community!For more information about Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative, please visitSouthern Maine Administrative Collaborative (https://sites.google.com/smacschools.me/smacschoolsme/employment?authuser=0)
Qualifications: 1. Certified by Maine Department of Education OR Licensed by State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.2. Must hold a Master's Degree in Psychology.3. Valid DOE fingerprinting certification.REPORTS TO: Director of Special EducationPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Administer and interpret tests of mental abilities, learning disabilities, aptitudes, psychological, interests and personality characteristics for educational, vocational selection, guidance or placement.2. Interview, and examine student developmental histories to assist in determining causes of behaviors or problems, maladjustments, conflicts, delayed development, learning disabilities, etc.3. Process and communicate the findings, conclusions and recommendations to parents at IEP meetings.4. Suggest changes or interventions in the behavior of students, teachers, parents, administrators, etc.5. Provide consultation to staff on students to assist in ongoing program development.6. Consultation with School Social Workers, School Psychological Service Providers for ongoing professional development and supervision.7. Complete risk assessments and provide recommendation on students referred through the Risk Assessment process.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Year-round position.Salary and work days established by the School Committee and Executive Director.For more information about Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative, please visitSouthern Maine Administrative Collaborative (https://sites.google.com/smacschools.me/smacschoolsme/employment?authuser=0) Biddeford, Maine Community
Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches
Views of the Saco River to its west
Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area
Less than two hours north of Boston.
Home to a growing population of diverse residents
Picturesque downtown
Maine's youngest city with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown
Thriving economy
Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking (https://heartofbiddeford.org/)
Equal OpportunityThe School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity.The selection of all employees by the School Department will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the strongest commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, disability or genetic information, and any other state or federal prohibitions. For the purpose of this policy, "sexual orientation" means a person's actual or perceived heterosexuality, bisexuality, homosexuality, or gender identity or expression.Criminal Background CheckAll employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a log-in and create an account and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment athttps://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprintingPlease see other Job Openings at :Biddeford Schools (https://www.applitrack.com/biddefordschools/onlineapp/) Dayton School (https://sites.google.com/daytonschooldept.org/dcs/district-information/employment-opportunities?authuser=0) Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative (https://sites.google.com/smacschools.me/smacschoolsme/employment?authuser=0)