id='p68708_47314'>Coordinator, School Psychologist JobID: 68708
Position Type:
Administration (Educator/Operations) - WVDE/Coordinator - Educator (WVDE)
Date Posted:
7/16/2026
Location:
Office of Special Education
Closing Date:
07/29/2026
County:
West Virginia Department of Education Additional Information: Show/Hide
POSITION: Coordinator, School Psychologist
LOCATION: Office of Special Education
TYPICAL WORK HOURS: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
FLSA STATUS: Full-time Exempt
SALARY: $88,193 - $95,193 plus competitive benefits package (WVDE Summary of Benefits) equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation
JOB SUMMARY:
This position provides statewide leadership in all aspects of school psychology, supports local educational agencies (LEAs), families, and Office of Special Education (OSE) staff in the continuous improvement of special education compliance and results, and serves as the OSE contact person for school psychology practices, including eligibility determination processes, Student Assistance Team (SAT)and, multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) implementation, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and school-based mental health services.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Understands and applies federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies to support the effective delivery of school psychological services, special education compliance and results-driven processes.
Provides state-level leadership for school psychologists, including but not limited to providing leadership and support for psychoeducational assessment practices, data-based decision making, school-based mental/behavioral health services, and eligibility determination processes.
Supports school and district personnel in the use of the SAT process and MTSS to improve academic and behavioral outcomes.
Serves as a member of the dispute resolution team, investigating state complaints and credible allegations.
Advises LEAs on the functions and best practices of multi-disciplinary evaluation teams.
Promotes the use of evidence-based practices as the foundation for Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) and collaborates with the statewide SDI team to improve student achievement.
Provides leadership, guidance, and professional learning in the areas of dyslexia and dyscalculia to improve awareness, instructional practices, and student success.
Provides technical assistance and support to LEAs, parents, and the OSE team in the areas of school mental health services and Section 504 issues.
Assists LEAs and schools in the development of and implementation of crisis prevention and intervention services.
Collaborates with OSE staff and LEA personnel to provide guidance and technical assistance on Child Find requirements and discipline-related procedural safeguards.
Perform other assignments as deemed appropriate and necessary by the State Board of Education, Associate/Assistant Superintendent, and the State Superintendent of Schools or other supervisory staff.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's Degree and/or Educational Specialists (Ed.S.) Degree (at least 60 hours of graduate course work) in School Psychology from an accredited educational institution.
Holds a valid West Virginia School Psychologist certification at the time of employment and maintains the certification in good standing throughout the duration of employment;National Certification in School Psychology (NCSP) preferred.
Experience providing technical assistance and professional development in educational settings, including at the school or LEA level; experience at a regional or state level preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position is classified as sedentary work, involving prolonged sitting (6-8 hours daily) at a desk or computer workstation. Occasional demands include standing or walking short distances within the office and lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. This role requires close visual acuity for reading documents and computer screens, clear speaking/hearing for communication, and repetitive wrist/hand motions. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EXPECTATIONS:
The staff member works effectively as a member of the educational team.
The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibits an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.
The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits such as punctuality and attendance.
The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for work productivity and collaboration.
The staff member is self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines with minimal supervision.
The staff member demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills, and excellent presentation skills using current technologies.
The staff member demonstrates the ability to work effectively with county personnel and other state/local officials.
The staff member understands that travel throughout WV and out of state (including air travel) may be required on an occasional or frequent basis depending on the needs of the Department.
The staff member understands this is a full-time, on-site position based in Charleston, WV.? Remote work options are not available for this position.
The staff member understands that work assignments may change or be added, as priorities emerge with the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE).
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP:
Department of Education staff are employed upon recommendation of the State Superintendent of Schools and are state employees. No representative or employee of the state is authorized to enter into any employment contract or other agreement. Department staff work under the direction of the State Superintendent of Schools for the general supervision of the free schools in the state and implementing the policies of the board and other necessary tasks as determined by the State Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee. Each employee is "at-will" and subject to termination by the State Superintendent of Schools at any time, with or without notice, cause or compensation.
The employment relationship between the State Superintendent of Schools and the employee may be terminated by either party. Reasons for termination by the State Superintendent of Schools include, but are not limited to, immorality, incompetency, cruelty, insubordination, intemperance, willful neglect of duty, unsatisfactory performance, the conviction of a felony or a guilty plea or a plea of no contest to a felony charge, misuse of funds or property, violations of law or policies of the state board, lack of need, or a lack or loss of funding.