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Denver, Colorado, United States
Onsite
POSITION: Network School Psychologist, Evaluation Specialist
GRADE LEVEL: Middle and High School
LOCATION: Based in Denver, CO with travel to 16 schools across Denver and Aurora
SALARY: $70,300-$85,700 based on aligned years of experience up to 10 years. We also offer a relocation stipend for anyone joining us from 75 miles or more from Denver!
STATUS: Full time, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position (Denver, CO)
START: Immediate. You can view the current School Year Calendar here.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
DSST’s Network Evaluation Specialist – School Psychologist plays a critical role in ensuring students with disabilities receive high-quality, legally compliant special education evaluations. Reporting to the Home Office Exceptional Learner Team, this role supports schools in identifying students with social-emotional needs, conducting initial and re-evaluations, and collaborating closely with school teams and families to connect students to appropriate services.
The Network School Psychologist, Evaluation Specialist will assess students for cognitive as well as social emotional impacts and support in creating connections with school based teams and the community to provide appropriate supports. This position will include working closely with the school based team and families to understand impact areas, complete the necessary assessments, and summarizing results in a holistic, comprehensive manner so schools and families can connect students with the appropriate supports. The Network School Psychologist, Evaluation Specialist will support student cases across the DSST network at both the Middle School and High School levels and may include students who receive mild/moderate support as well as center programming. This role requires significant interpersonal skills given the collaboration between families, school teams and special service providers as well as strong communication, organization and time management.
Evaluation & Assessment (80%)
Conduct in-school assessments and participate in eligibility meetings (on average) 4–5 days per week.
At the direction of the Lead Network Evaluation Specialist and in collaboration with the Home Office Exceptional Learner Team, be assigned to schools and individual cases throughout the DSST network in order to ensure all students with disabilities have strong, comprehensive evaluations and assessments that match students with the appropriate in school and community support.
Assignments will include working on several special education evaluations simultaneously and supporting multiple schools throughout the course of a week.
Collaboration & Communication (20%)
Build strong, collaborative relationships with members of the school Special Education Team including special service providers.
Communicate with General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, and Special Service Providers about information needed and timelines for assessments and special education evaluations.
Communicate regularly with families, outside providers, and comprehensive IEP teams in a collaborative and student focused manner.
Communicate regularly with the Home Office Exceptional Learner and Home Office Mental Health Team as needed.
Coached and managed by the Lead Network Evaluation Specialist including weekly coaching and development meetings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
School Psychology Experience:
3+ Years serving as a School Psychologist at the middle school or high school level
3+ Years experience administering a variety of standardized assessments, conducting root cause analysis and writing holistic, comprehensive evaluation reports.
An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in high school, reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals, @lead exemplary lives.
Desire to personally and professionally grow in their practice of becoming an anti-racist and anti-ableist educator.
Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.
Self-awareness, a regular practice of reflection, and a desire to continuously improve their practice, communication, and leadership skills.
Education & Licensure:
Masters Degree in School Psychology from accredited university
Hold a valid Colorado Special Service Provider endorsement. You can read more about obtaining a Colorado Special Education Endorsement here. We recommend reaching out to CDE directly for information on transferring your out of state credentials.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated success building trust with students, families, and staff across lines of difference
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Application Timeline
This is an evergreen position, meaning DSST Public Schools recruits for this role on an ongoing basis to support current and anticipated hiring needs across our network. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews as opportunities become available.
For positions with a defined hiring timeline, the anticipated application deadline will be listed at the top of the job posting.
Who We Are
At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to achieve transformational results for our 7,500+ students — 97% of whom attend a Green (top-rated) school. Just as important is how we achieve them: values-centered, human-focused, and together.
We invite educators and leaders who share our belief that there is more in us — more brilliance, more courage, more possibility — to join us.
Why Work at DSST?
At DSST, our Quantum 5 Culture defines how we help every team member grow, belong, and thrive.
Learn more about our Quantum 5 Culture and Compensation & Benefits.
Employment Classification & PERA Participation
DSST Public Schools participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA). Unless otherwise stated in the position title or posting, all roles are full-time and are designated as PERA-covered positions. Candidates should review their individual circumstances and ensure they are able to accept employment in a PERA-covered role prior to applying.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not exclude participation in, deny benefits to, or discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age (40 and older), disability, or genetic information. We also prohibit retaliation for filing a complaint, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in any investigation or proceeding.
DSST is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing these duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear and may spend extended periods standing, walking, bending, or kneeling. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds and have sufficient hand and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
