A Psychologist studies human behavior to learn about the mental processes that affect people and how they relate to each other. Specializes in research or works directly with patients. May assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, provide counseling, advise students, focus on workplace issues or consult on criminal cases.
ESE School-Based Liaison
Charlotte County Public Schools
Exceptional Student Education 9033 - Port Charlotte, Florida This job is also posted in Charlotte County Public Schools, and Florida Department of Education
Job Details
Job ID:
5893543
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
PCN 93363101LE
Calendar 205/Hrs 8
Charlotte County Public Schools boasts a competitive compensation package• for employees. This package includes a robust employee benefits offering with access to plan options for supplemental and options plans. CCPS offers plan members an onsite Wellness Center. The Wellness Center provides no-cost preventative care, low-cost acute care appointments, behavioral health services, and prescription dispensing for select prescriptions at no additional cost!
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher degree from an accredited four-year college/university
Experience as a teacher of students with disabilities
Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and effective manner
Knowledge of Pre-K - 12 Florida standards, assessment (to include alternate assessment) and accommodations for students with disabilities, demonstrates knowledge of ACCESS point instruction
Florida certification in Exceptional Student Education and one additional subject area
•Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate.
Performance Responsibilities:
Adheres to the rules and regulations as prescribed by the State Board of Education Florida Statutes, the school board, and administrative procedures.
Schedules, facilitates and serves as district representative/LEA representative at all annual IEP meetings, amendment meetings, re-evaluation determination meetings, and other staffing/IEP meetings as needed.
Ensures that all timelines designated by the federal and state regulations and district procedures are met. This includes annual IEP reviews and triennial re-evaluations.
Prepares, maintains, and submits accurate and complete records and reports as required by the State Board of Education Florida Statutes, school board, and administrative procedures including audit preparation, FTE counts, per period counts and other tasks as assigned by ESE Director.
Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative procedures, and board policies.
Assists schools in the completion of necessary documents for psychological testing.
Provides assistance to parents with support or information as needed.
Develops and promotes activities and provides Professional Development to support inclusive education and LRE at all times.
Acts as a resource to the school personnel in parents regarding ESE rules, regulations, compliance requirements, program needs, school responsibilities, positive behavioral supports, discipline concerns, functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, and other ESE related concerns including implementation of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Assists with monitoring the staffing/placement process to assure that all necessary documents are in place prior to a student being staffed and/or identified as an exceptional student.
Provides and/or assists with crisis intervention services for ESE staff and students as necessary.
Collaborates effectively with all school-based staff (school administration, counselors, related service providers, etc.) to ensure appropriate services are provided for SWDs in all settings within the school.
Mentors and demonstrates effective teaching strategies to teachers of ESE students.
Conducts articulation IEP meetings between appropriate schools for exceptional students.
Participates in the MTSS process when time permits, to provide suggestions for appropriate interventions.
Assists teachers with IEP development.
Ensures IEPs are implemented as written, to include: accommodations, minutes, LRE, goals and objectives, behavior interventions, and all other areas.
Attends all district level meetings as required by ESE Director.
Monitors behavior and academic achievement data and utilizes problem-solving process to determine appropriate supports and interventions at all tiers.
Performs other job-related functions as may be assigned by the ESE Director.
Full job description can be found: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/job-descriptions
Compensation information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/salary-schedule
Benefits information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/health-benefits
AHCA Background Screening:
AHCA
•Benefits eligibility will be determined and communicated to new hires during the onboarding process. Charlotte County Public Schools promote Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, as outlined in our drug-free workplace policy - Charlotte County Public Schools Policy 3124. Charlotte County Public Schools
CONSIDER VETERAN'S PREFERENCES FOR ALL POSITIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH
Florida Statute. 295.07. Board Approved 4/4/2022
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required