Vacancies exist for School Psychology Interns within the Student Services Division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit.
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We strive to hire exceptional, motivated, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond.
If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don’t wait – apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!
Summary:
The School Psychology Intern is responsible for psycho-educational evaluations of children referred for eligibility for special education programs and for the re-evaluation of students in special education programs. The School Psychology Intern shall serve as a consultant to the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) and/or district personnel in the development and implementation of individual education programs while under the supervision of a CCIU and/or District Certified School Psychologist. Doctoral candidates will be under the supervision of a Licensed Psychologist. The School Psychology Intern position will provide a comprehensive experience within both the Chester County Intermediate Unit and partner school district setting.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Completing comprehensive psycho-educational assessments for students ranging in age from 3 to 21 years old
- Meet with educational teams and parents to communicate the results of the psychoeducational assessment
- Consultation with teachers, parents, and IEP team members related to academic and behavioral interventions and educational programming
- Participate in collaborative meetings with practicing school psychologists working in a variety of settings
- Support students and families as they transition from early intervention to school-aged services and from school-aged services to adult life
- Maintains accurate records on job functions including information related to the referral and evaluation process
- Other duties and functions as assigned by the supervising School Psychologist and/or CCIU and district administration
- Opportunities for self-directed projects or activities deemed mutually beneficial to the intern’s program of study and the school team
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must have knowledge of consultative, assessment and intervention components of school psychology
- Ability to analyze and synthesize the concepts involved in individual, group and systems consultation
- Must be able to evaluate and interpret data from a variety of assessment measures used in school psychology data-based decision-making
- Ability to select appropriate assessment batteries that adequately answer referral questions while accounting for unique student profiles
- Ability to design, implement, and monitor academic and behavioral interventions
- Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication, technology and personal organization
- Demonstrate understanding of the principles of professional ethics and standards of practice as outlined by the National Association of School Psychologists
- Knowledge of legal issues related to special education and school psychology
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Enrollment in accredited School Psychology program (Master’s or Doctorate) required
- Progress toward Pennsylvania Department of Education School Psychologist Certification required
Professional or Other Required Clearances
- Current State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Fiingerprints, clearances within 1 year required
Schedule:
10-month role occuring in the 2026-2027 school-year; 190 days per year, 5 days/week, 7.5 hrs/day
Hours are dependent on the needs of the CCIU and partner districts
Compensation:
Hourly Rate: $25.00 per hour
Locations:
Educational Service Center: 455 Boot Road, Downingtown, PA 19335
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
