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Virtual School Psychologist
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About the Team</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Virtual Preparatory Academy of West Virginia is a K-12 tuition-free online public school in the state of West Virginia. At VPA West Virginia, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them – using innovative technology at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Licensed School Psychologist conducts comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations; consults with school personnel and parents regarding planning, implementing and evaluating individual and group interventions; and functions as a member of the building-based student support team in providing services to students. This is a virtual position, but some in-person work will be required throughout the year.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><em>Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.</em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Eligibility: Open to residents of West Virginia </em></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Conduct virtual psychoeducational evaluations for students K through 12 according to federal, state, and school guidelines</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Maintain accurate records of special education services, IEPs, evaluations, and compliance documentation</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Complete initial evaluations and re-evaluations</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Provide virtual administration of cognitive and achievement assessments following best practice tele-assessment standards</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Conduct other portions of the evaluation, including interviews and virtual observations, adaptive behavior, social/emotional behavior, and executive functioning assessments</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Integrate assessment results into a comprehensive evaluation report and submit paperwork as needed</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Present evaluation findings at team meetings and collaborate with school teams regarding eligibility determination</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Maintain knowledge of principles and evidence-based practices</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Attend relevant training offered by county agencies and the department of education to stay current on regulations and best practices</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate on intervention planning, MTSS, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Consult with teachers, parents, and administrators to address learning and behavioral needs</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support and coach staff through professional development and team meetings</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Keep thorough records and help maintain compliance with all required reports</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Contribute to policies and procedures</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Additional duties as assigned</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About You</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience in school or special education settings preferred</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Active West Virginia Psychologist License</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency with computers and online documentation skills</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Have familiarity with a variety of evaluation tools</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated leadership and management ability</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent written and oral communication skills</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work independently and contribute to a team</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Understanding and ability to manage confidential information</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About Us</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong> </strong>We offer the following benefits:</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong> </strong><em>Life benefits – time & peace of mind</em></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Paid time off</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Retirement contributions</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Discounted childcare at <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fearlylearningacademies.com%2Four-brands%2F&data=05%7C01%7Ccharritt%40accelschools.com%7C5ea017ee751c49b0aea108dadeb80a8f%7C4f48161dd9724dbb83740fd5b53a0be7%7C0%7C0%7C638067179284917168%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=sWtnWAJWfHuyzoYypI7%2FG%2BMRrKasF2RPHe5dsNq3%2BKI%3D&reserved=0">Early Learning Academies</a> locations</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><em>Health benefits – stay well & thrive</em></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Medical, dental, and vision insurance</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Employee Assistance Program</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Voluntary short-term disability insurance</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Voluntary long-term disability insurance</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><em>Career benefits – keep growing</em></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Career advancement opportunities throughout Pansophic Learning and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.</span></p>
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