Careers for School Psychologists
Want To Work In Oregon?
Like
most states, Oregon is suffering from a shortage of school
psychologists. If you are looking for a job here, chances are good you
can find what you want. This page contains information and links to
help you with your job search.
In Oregon, the independent
Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) handles licensure for
all public school professional employees. You will want to contact them
at www.tspc.state.or.us/ to
find out what credentials you need to present in order to obtain your
license to practice. If you are already a "Nationally Certified School
Psychologist" (NCSP) as determined by the National School Psychology
Certification Board, then you will find that some of the prerequisites
- such as obtaining a passing score on a written exam - have already
been completed. Oregon is proud that it closely examines every
candidate, so you will notice there is no "reciprocity" with any other
state. You will need to take action to qualify.
For example,
it is fairly certain you will need to get a Red Cross first aid card
and pass an examination over Oregon's non-descrimination laws
regardless of your other preparation. Most likely, your first license
will be called "initial" and you will have to complete certain tasks in
order to renew it. If you complete all assigned tasks, have a record of
successful employment as a school psychologist within the state, and do
not have any arrests on your record, you will be able to convert your
initial license into a "continuing" license. The continuing license can
be renewed by obtaining Continuing Professional Development.
If you wish to have a private practice in Psychology, then you must obtain a license from the Board of Psychologist Examiners www.oregon.gov/OBPE/index.shtml. This Board is entirely separate from TSPC.
Oregon School Psychologist Jobs Known To OSPA
The Northwest Regional ESD has a half time School Psychologist opening in Rainier, Oregon. For more information and to apply, please visit
http://www.edzapp.com/applicant/default.aspx?page=ViewJobFree&jobofferid=38215.
Tammie Wing
NW Regional ESD
5825 NE Ray Circle
Hillsboro, OR 97124
V: 503.614.1482
F: 503.614.1628
Open Position in Parkrose District: School
Psychologist for 2 elementary schools, serving approximately 800
students. School Psychologists in Parkrose are district leaders in
individual behavior support and skill-building and individual student
assessment. In addition, Parkrose School Psychologists will receive
ongoing training and consultation from Cory Dunn through 2011 as part
of a Wraparound Grant project.
Apply through EdZapp. Call Kathy Keim-Robinson, Director of Student Services (503/408-2118) for more information.
Application deadline: Open until filled
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Kathy Keim-Robinson
Director of Student Services
Parkrose School District
10636 NE Prescott
Portland OR 97220
503.408.2118
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Roseburg Public Schools are currently looking for school
psychologists. Work with an experienced crew that has two school
psychologists for supervisors! Contact Matt Brausam, Director of Student Services at 541-440-4031.
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The
Eugene 4J School District has current openings for a School Psychologist:
| Application Deadline Date:
| Open until filled |
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Start Date:
| 8/26/2009 |
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Position Description:
| POSITION SUMMARY
To provide assessment and consultation services which will result in
specific recommendations for instructional and behavioral strategies to
enable students from diverse backgrounds and learning styles to derive
the fullest possible educational experience. Conduct evaluations and
determine eligibility for special education and related services. Work
with a diverse team to develop and monitor specially designed
instruction. |
Local Contact:
Larry Sullivan
Educational Support Services
Eugene, Oregon 97402
Phone: 541-790-7800
sullivan_la@4j.lane.eduApplications may also be submitted through EdZapp.com
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