2026-2027 School Psychologist

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a Master's Degree in Psychology, Education, or School Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Possess a valid school psychologist certificate issued by the Arizona State Board of Education.
• Possess personal traits of character that enable effective communication rapport with pupils, staff, parents and community.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly responsible to Administrator for Special Services.
• Participate as a team member in the areas of screening, evaluating, and diagnosing.
• Participate in parent-staff conferences to interpret findings and recommendations resulting from evaluations.
• Firmly adhere to all federal, state and district rules and regulations regarding timelines.
• Be procedurally available to pupils, parents, staff and faculty personnel for the administration of professional advice and consultation on all matters related to psychological needs and services in the schools.
• Collect, compile, evaluate and provide, as required, data that may become necessary as a matter of information, documentation, reports or administrative planning requirements.
• Implement and maintain the policies, rules and regulations of the Board as directed through its appointed administrators.
• Research and study the field of child growth and development in order to gainfully recognize the academic, social and emotional needs of children.
• Develop an understanding of the local community and its educational needs. Diligently observe and apply the principles and techniques of good school public relations. Assume a leadership role in bringing about a harmony of understanding between the school and the community which it serves.
• Maintain the high standards of performance and ethical characteristics of the School Psychologist.
• Other duties as assigned.

SALARY: Psychologist Salary Schedule

EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months or 223 Paid Days