Temporary Morningstar Development Program Jobs in Greenfield, IN

WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS!

At IPS, we believe in the transformative power of education. We work collectively every day to prepare our students for success in the classroom and in life by providing equitable, high-quality educational experiences across our family of schools. IPS is a place to make an impact, grow your career, and ensure every student has access to a high quality education, all while earning a good living in a district on the move. While the work is challenging, it is deeply meaningful and impactful. We seek innovators and trailblazers who bring varying experiences and expertise and share our belief that every child deserves access to an exceptional education. As part of TeamIPS, you’ll create lasting connections, find a sense of belonging, and feel supported to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.

In return, no matter your role here, we expect a commitment to excellence and accountability. You’ll be held to high standards. Resilience and passion are key—you must be adaptable, handling adversity with flexibility while putting students at the heart of everything you do. Ethical conduct, clear communication, and mutual respect are fundamental. Being a dependable, collaborative team player who builds meaningful relationships is essential.

Together, we are Proving What’s Possible by building a community where everyone belongs and each student has the opportunity to fulfill their potential.

A Career in IPS Offers…

Purpose and Impact:

• Essential Contributions: In every non-teaching and non-leadership role, your work directly supports the success of IPS students and schools. Whether you’re maintaining facilities, providing student services, or managing administrative operations, you play a key part in ensuring an equitable and high-quality educational environment.
• Belonging and Community: IPS is a place where every employee is valued. You’ll join a supportive community that promotes respect, teamwork, and a shared commitment to serving students and families.

Professional and Personal Growth:

• Training and Development Opportunities: IPS offers a variety of training programs to help staff build new skills and grow professionally. This includes access to development opportunities for administrative, technical, and operational roles, as well as pathways to becoming a certified teacher.
• Skill Enhancement: Whether you’re new to your role or seeking to deepen your expertise, IPS provides resources and support for continuous improvement.

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits:

• Fair Compensation: IPS ensures competitive wages and regularly reviews pay structures to maintain equity.
• Extensive Benefits Package: Employees enjoy comprehensive health coverage, dental and vision plans, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plans. Additional financial benefits include flexible spending accounts and eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs.

Work-Life Balance and Well-being:

• Generous Leave Policies: IPS offers vacation, personal, and sick leave, along with paid holidays. Twelve-month employees benefit from floating holidays, and unused personal leave rolls into the sick leave balance.
• Wellness Programs: IPS prioritizes staff well-being with access to wellness initiatives, including health screenings and an employee assistance program for confidential support and counseling.

What We Expect:

• Professionalism and Reliability: Every role at IPS is vital to the district’s success. We expect staff to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and a commitment to providing excellent service to students, educators, and families.
• Collaboration and Communication: IPS values teamwork. Working collaboratively with your colleagues ensures a supportive environment for all. Clear communication and mutual respect are key to maintaining this culture.
• Flexibility and Problem-Solving: As a large, dynamic district, IPS needs staff who are adaptable and proactive in solving problems to meet the ever-changing needs of students and schools.

Indianapolis Public Schools is more than a workplace; it’s a community where purpose, impact, and belonging come together to help Prove What’s Possible – in your career and in your school. If you’re ready to embrace challenges, strive for excellence, and make a meaningful impact, IPS is the place for you.

SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY:

School Psychologists provide direct and indirect services to students including but not limited to evaluations to determine eligibility for special education services, assist in the development of behavior and academic intervention plans, and consult with the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support building based team. School psychologists are a part of the safety teams in each school building. School psychologists are viewed as an important resource for school staff and parents. School psychologists may conduct individual and group counseling sessions on an as needed basis.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The following outlines what your core duties and responsibilities will be for this position and provides a sample overview of what your day-to-day may look like.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• This role is part-time
• Conduct psycho-educational evaluations, which may include: intellectual, emotional, social adaptive, and academic functioning adhering to the appropriate timelines
• Participates on building level Multidisciplinary Team (M-Team)
• Counsels students individually and in groups to help students achieve personal, social, and emotional growth
• Collaborate with teacher and other school personnel on methods to enhance student’s educational performance [e.g. assist with writing Individual Education Plans (IEP), conducting Functional behavior Assessment s(FBA) and developing Behavior intervention Plans (BIP)]
• Supports MTSS team and assists with data gathering and analysis
• Sign Medicaid referral for Speech/Language Services, Occupational Therapy Services, and other services as required by the Director of Special Education
• Other duties as assigned

“Day In the Life” Overview

On a regular day, as a School Psychologist, you might:

• Lead meetings to discuss possible referrals for evaluations
• Conduct observations of students within the general education environment
• Conduct cognitive, academic, and/or social emotional assessments
• Attend case conferences

WHAT YOU’ll BRING: SKILLS AND MINDSETS:

• Demonstration of ethical principles and employs professional standards pertaining to the field of school psychology as set forth by the National Association of Psychologists (NASP) and the Professional Standards board.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State special education law
• Maintenance and submission of accurate records while handling information in a private and confidential manner
• Demonstrated repertoire of psychological skills, techniques, and assessments
• Engagement in continuing professional development in order to keep abreast of current procedures, research, and techniques in the field.
• Participation in teams to develop building-wide programs to improve school climate
• Supervision of students of school psychology during their training and/or mentor school psychologists during their first years of practice

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree (M.S or M.A) plus 30 hours, Ed.S, Ed.D, or Ph.D in school psychology
• Valid Indiana License in School Psychology

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:

Not eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

DISCLAIMER:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.