Job Details

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Psychologist

Date Posted:
3/16/2026

Location:
District Office
(High-Needs School)

Date Available:
2026-2027

JOB TITLE: PSYCHOLOGIST
DEPARTMENT: District
REPORTS TO: Exceptional Services Coordinator
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None
FTE: .5 --?
SALARY: $40,000- 47,000 TBD based on experience

SUMMARY: Provides district level special education support services, including psycho-educational assessment and consultation for students with disabilities. The School Psychologist also assists the Exceptional Services Director in matters pertaining to the special education of students with disabilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses appropriate testing and diagnostic practices to assess students referred for evaluation.
• Assists in identifying students with disabilities according to federal and state eligibility guidelines.
• Evaluates students at the preschool level to assist in determining eligibility for preschool services.
• Makes recommendations for placement and strategies to assist students with learning and/or behavioral difficulties.
• Attends IEP, MET, and other meetings to interpret psycho-educational results and assists with placement of special education students.
• Prepares and submits reports on all students evaluated.
• Consults with RTI, SAP, and Intervention teams as needed.
• Assists with in-service training.
• Attends conferences and workshops pertaining to school psychology and keeps abreast of new developments in the field.
• Serves as a liaison with parents, school personnel, and community sources that provide educationally-related support services.

• Valid Arizona School Psychology certificate is required.
• Master's degree in psychology
• Demonstrated interest and experience in student development in a professional environment
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Valid Arizona driver's license.

• Demonstrated knowledge of accepted childcare methods and behavior management techniques and knowledge of relevant government regulations.
• Ability to operate standard office and computer equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with children and adults.
• Skills in working effectively with students and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situation.
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community business members.
• Ability to work independently and to maintain confidentiality.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.
• Computer Proficiency: Utilizes all appropriate, available and relevant technology to ensure duties are performed effectively.