School Psychologist (225) - NMES, PWES, KCA, EMS

Government of Nova Scotia; Town of Berwick; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education seeks a School Psychologist to provide comprehensive psycho-educational services for students. This role includes conducting assessments, developing individualized program plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support students' mental health and learning needs. Candidate must hold a Master's in School Psychology and demonstrate strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Masters in School Psychology required.
• Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license needed.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary programs for youth with behavioral health needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psycho-educational and diagnostic services for students.
• Support inclusion of students with mental health needs.
• Facilitate professional development for AVRCE staff.

Skills

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Team building

Computer literacy

Education

Masters in School Psychology

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education

School Psychologist (225) - NMES, PWES, KCA, EMS

In the AVRCE, please note that we provide service to all schools

0.60 FTE

Term

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Nova Scota Teachers' Provincial Agreement

Closing Date: Midnight, June 24th, 2025

Reporting to the Coordinator of Student Services, the School Psychologist will provide psycho educational and diagnostic services for students in the AVRCE. The School Psychologist will be a member of a team working together to develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive program plans for these students. The School Psychologist will provide specific services in such areas as:

• Psycho-educational, social, emotional and behavioral assessments;
• Facilitate transition plans for students;
• Support the inclusion of students with challenging academic, behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs for grades P-12;
• Facilitate professional development for AVRCE staff;
• Support staff to address children and youth with chronic school refusal;
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team on variety of projects relevant to student(s) mental health, including liaison with outside agencies and professionals;
• Support program planning for students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs including adaptations and individual program planning (IPP) procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Masters in School Psychology;
• A valid Nova Scotia driver’s license;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to pursue additional training as required which may include Risk Assessments of students with violent behaviours;
• Participate on school teams: Student Planning Teams and Teaching Support Teams, and will contribute in a variety of ways including the provision of assessment information, direct demonstration of recommendations with the student, collaboration with teachers on in-class, evidence-based Tier 1 strategies, consultation with families and teachers and the provision of professional development for school/regional staff;
• to assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of complex behaviour plans for individuals and groups of students;
• A thorough knowledge and application of Inclusion and MTSS structures, and provide support to teachers and students at all 3 tiers using evidence-based practices;
• Familiarity with, and/or experience working in multi-disciplinary programs for children and youth with behavioral and mental health needs;
• Computer literacy required with demonstrated skills in the application of assistive technology;
• Excellent team building, communication and interpersonal skills/abilities;
• Well-developed decision-making and creative problem-solving abilities;
• Knowledge and/or experience in the development of individual program plans for students with challenging academic, behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs;
• Familiarity with EECD documents – Inclusive Education Policy, Special Education Policy, Transition Planning in Nova Scotia, Code of Conduct, Teacher Assistant Guidelines.

Applicant Responsibilities

Provide 3 professional/supervisory, work-related references, their email addresses and their phone numbers in your SuccessFactors application. References must be able to speak to an applicant’s teaching abilities. AVRCE will require referees to provide reference checks prior to noon on June 27.

At the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

To request accommodations, please contact Kelsey Ogilvie, Human Resources Manager [e-mail] [phone]. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to provide an accessible candidate experience.