Assistant Director Psychological Services

Jefferson-County-Public-Schools,-K; Kentucky; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools, KY invites an Assistant Director of School Psychological Services to lead district psychoeducational and behavioral services. You will supervise diagnostics, oversee BCBA training, and ensure quality documentation and compliance with IDEA, Section 504, KAR, and related regulations.

You will partner with the Executive Officer of Exceptional Child Education to drive strategic direction and continuous improvement for students with disabilities, promoting equitable

Qualifications

• Administrative certification required.
• EPSB Standard Certification for School Psychologist.
• Master's degree or higher in School Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years' experience as a practicing School Psychologist.
• Minimum of three years' leadership, supervisory, or program coordination experience.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, KAR, and related regulations.
• Experience using data to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for district school psychology, behavioral support, and diagnostic center services.
• Oversee psychoeducational, behavioral, and mental health service delivery.
• Lead BCBA training and professional development.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across psychological and behavioral services.
• Promote equitable identification and evaluation of students.
• Support continuous improvement in outcomes for students with disabilities.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Strategic direction

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master's degree in School Psychology

EPSB Standard Certification for School Psychologist

Administrative certification

Job description

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Openings as of 8/18/2026

Assistant Director Psychological Services JobID: 40667

• Position Type: Central Office Administrators
• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Location: VANHOOSE EDUCATION CENTER
• Closing Date: 08/27/2026

Job Description: (Attached)

Salary Schedules: IV, Grade: 11

Work Schedule: 220 days / 8 hours

**Subject to Salary Placement Rules**

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Director of School Psychological Services, in coordination with the Executive Officer of Exceptional Child Education (ECE), provides leadership, supervision, and strategic direction for the district's school psychological, behavioral support, and diagnostic center services. The Assistant Director oversees the delivery of high-quality psychoeducational, behavioral, and mental health services; supervises the operation of the district's Diagnostic Center; provides leadership for Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) training, professional development, and implementation of evidence-based behavioral practices; and ensures high-quality documentation and regulatory compliance across all psychological and behavioral services. The Assistant Director ensures compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Kentucky Administrative Regulations (KAR), and all applicable state and federal requirements; promotes equitable identification and evaluation practices; and supports continuous improvement in outcomes for students with disabilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Administrative certification
• EPSB Standard Certification for School Psychologist
• Master's degree or higher in School Psychology from an accredited institution
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience as a practicing School Psychologist, including experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations and providing consultation
• Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated leadership, supervisory, or program coordination experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, Kentucky Administrative Regulations (KAR), Child Find requirements, due process procedures, and special education compliance
• Experience using data to inform decision-making, monitor compliance, and improve student outcomes
• Demonstrated effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills