Anticipated Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist

Insight PA believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

The mission of Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist supports the academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs of students, with a primary focus on students receiving or being considered for special education services. Working in a virtual learning environment, the School Psychologist conducts comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations, interprets assessment data, and collaborates with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to determine eligibility, identify student needs, and recommend appropriate educational supports. This role ensures compliance with federal and state special education requirements while promoting data-informed decision-making and positive student outcomes.

This is a full-time position requiring the ability to work independently for approximately 40 hours per week. A professional, distraction-free home office during the workday is required. Core hours are between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, while allowing for some flexibility as determined by school needs. 

Residency Requirement: Resident of Pennsylvania; residents of other states will be considered on a case by case basis.

Salary will commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions 

• Coordinate comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and reevaluations for students referred for or receiving special education services, ensuring timely completion in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Gather, review, and analyze educational records, academic performance data, behavioral information, assessment results, teacher input, parent/guardian feedback, and other relevant information to support comprehensive student evaluations.
• Review and interpret standardized assessment results and psychological evaluations completed by contracted providers, outside agencies, and other qualified professionals to inform educational recommendations and eligibility determinations.
• Prepare comprehensive Evaluation Reports (ERs) and Reevaluation Reports (RRs) that integrate multiple sources of data, identify student strengths and needs, and provide clear, evidence-based educational recommendations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary evaluation teams to determine student eligibility for special education services and identify educational needs in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Pennsylvania Chapter 14 regulations.
• Coordinate with contracted evaluators, outside agencies, special education teachers, and families to facilitate the completion of required assessments and obtain necessary evaluation documentation.
• Conduct supplemental assessments, interviews, observations, and other evaluation activities as needed to address specific referral questions or complete comprehensive evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary evaluation meetings, Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, and other student support meetings to explain evaluation findings, provide professional recommendations, and support educational planning.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families to identify appropriate instructional strategies, accommodations, interventions, and supports based on evaluation findings.
• Analyze student achievement, behavioral, social-emotional, and other relevant data to identify patterns, determine areas of educational need, and support data-informed decision-making.
• Provide consultation and professional expertise to educators and school leaders regarding student learning, behavior, disability identification, and evidence-based interventions.
• Support the development and review of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs), and individualized behavioral interventions as appropriate.
• Collaborate with school teams within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to support data analysis, intervention planning, progress monitoring, and referral decisions.
• Communicate evaluation findings and educational recommendations to parents/guardians, educators, and multidisciplinary teams in a clear, professional, and understandable manner.
• Monitor evaluation and reevaluation timelines, coordinate required documentation, and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state special education regulations and procedural safeguards.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely evaluation reports, assessment records, and related documentation within designated school information systems.
• Utilize school-approved technology and virtual communication platforms to facilitate evaluation activities, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support students and families across the school's statewide service area.
• Participate in professional development, department meetings, and collaborative initiatives to remain current on school psychology practices, assessment interpretation, special education regulations, and evidence-based interventions.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities 

This position has no regular supervisory responsibilities. 

Minimum Required Qualifications 

• Master's Degree in School Psychology
• 3 Years of relevant work experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

• All PDE required clearances for school-based personnel 

Minimum Required Skill Set 

• Great organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptable technology skills
• Experience using search engines (internet) for research projects
• Experience using a student information system and/or other type of database

• Demonstrated competencies with general technology, Microsoft Office Platforms (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, etc.), Google Platforms, Zoom, etc.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) 

Certificates and Licenses 

Valid Pennsylvania Educational Specialist certification in School Psychology (School Psychologist PK–12) 

Job Performance Requirements 

The mental and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to exhibit mental dexterity to "dial" a telephone, to enter data into a computer, to read a computer screen and printed material, to hear and understand speech at normal office/workplace levels, and on the telephone, and to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in the workplace and on the telephone.
• Ability to physically lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret workplace documents, technical procedures, research studies, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports with clarity.
• Ability to interface diplomatically with all members of the school community - administrators, teachers, parents, students, Board members, support staff, colleagues, and outside professional contacts.
• Ability to coordinate and use technology for a variety of workplace purposes and communications.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of this position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is at-will as governed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The at-will nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer of Insight PA Cyber Charter School.

Insight PA Cyber Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.