Psychologist

School District #75 (Mission); Mission; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fees paid by district (prorated)

Mileage reimbursement

Annual psychologist allowance

Job summary

Mission Public School District in Mission, BC is hiring a School Psychologist (FTE 1.0) to conduct psychoeducational assessments and provide consultative services across K-12. The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers, parents, and community agencies to determine student strengths, needs, and educational implications.

The role includes assisting with pre-referral interventions, advising Learning Support Teachers on Level B assessment tools, and delivering in-service training as

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in school psychology or equivalent.
• Licensed school psychologist registered with the BC College of Psychologists.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel between schools.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to complete psychoeducational assessments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of audit compliance criteria for special education categories.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychoeducational assessments and provide consultative services across K-12.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and community agencies to interpret student needs and educational implications.
• Assist with pre-referral interventions and suggest supportive activities for diverse learners.
• Provide guidance to Learning Support Teachers on Level B assessment tools.
• Deliver in-service training as required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Independence

Audit compliance knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in school psychology

Licensed school psychologist (BC College of Psychologists)

Job description

The Mission Public School District is located on the traditional, ancestral, unsurrendered, and shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets and Qwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Halq'eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halq’eméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq’á:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial.

We invite applications for the position of:

School: Student Services

Position: Psychologist

FTE: 1.0

Grade: K-12

Status: Continuing

Start Date: September 1, 2026

The District School Psychologist will:

• have their professional fees paid by the district (prorated based on FTE)
• be reimbursed for approved mileage
• receive an annual psychologist allowance as per the collective agreement (prorated based on FTE)

This position is primarily responsible for conducting psychoeducational assessments and providing consultative services. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of current, effective assessment methods, as well as best practice in academic intervention. The position is required to collaboratively consult with teachers, parents, and community agencies regarding the nature of a student’s strengths and needs, their educational implications and ways to enhance learning and interpersonal skills. This role also requires the ability to assist with pre-referral interventions for the student intervention plans, suggesting support activities to ensure the inclusion of diverse learners, provide assistance in the process of identification of students in special education categories, provide guidance to Learning Support Teachers regarding the use of Level B assessment tools, and provide in-service training as required.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in school psychology or equivalent
• Licensed school psychologist registered with the BC College of Psychologists
• Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel between schools
• Have the ability to work independently and efficiently to complete psychoeducational assessments
• Have excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with a variety of people
• Have knowledge of audit compliance criteria for special education categories

The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $61, 502-$112,806, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Why the Mission School District?

We are a medium-sized district with rural and urban schools. We are large enough to provide a variety of programs and services, and small enough to build meaningful relationships with our students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

The school district is focused on following the school's strategic plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. ClickMission, Vision, and Strategic Planto learn more about the strategic plan and related priorities. We are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools. To learn more, review our policy for Safe Caring and Respectful Workplaces.

About Mission

Mission is nestled on a southern coastal mountain slope, overlooking the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River. Ideally situated, Mission is located an hour east of Vancouver and 20 minutes from Abbotsford. Mission was originally inhabited by the Sto:lo First Nations people, and today this rapidly growing and dynamic centre is home to a population of some 38,000 residents. Come see why Mission is "the Jewel in the Valley".

What opportunities do we offer?

• District Mentorship/ Leadership Groups
  
• In-house training, online training, leadership training, andprofessional development opportunities
• A great place to live that is relatively affordable compared to other lower mainland cities
• Access to wellness resources
  

Accommodations/adjustments are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview Human Resources will provide information on how to request accommodation/adjustments.