School Psychologist

Higley Unified School District; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Higley Unified School District in Gilbert, Arizona seeks a School Psychologist to support students with learning difficulties and enhance their instructional experiences. You will collaborate with parents, teachers and district staff to design, implement, and evaluate interventions at multiple levels and conduct IEP eligibility evaluations.

Requirements include AZ certification as a school psychologist and a Master’s degree in school psychology; experience with IEP/IDEA and administering

Qualifications

• Certified as a school psychologist in Arizona.
• Master’s degree from an accredited program; school psychology training preferred.
• Knowledgeable with IEP and IDEA regulations (K-12).
• Experienced in administering and scoring psychological tests.
• No felonies or crimes against children.

Responsibilities

• Support HUSD Vision, Mission and Goals.
• Improve educational experiences for students with learning difficulties.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers and District personnel on interventions.
• Evaluate needs of children for special education eligibility.
• Conduct assessments to identify and develop IEPs.
• Observe students in various settings and review records.
• Participate in planning remedial classes and testing programs.

Skills

State certification Arizona

Master's degree in school psychology

IEP/IDEA knowledge

Psychological testing experience

Criminal background clean

Education

Master's degree in School Psychology

Job description

School Psychologist

Higley Unified School district 60 Special Education Department - Gilbert, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5929268
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Support HUSD Vision, Mission and Goals.
• The school psychologist is responsible for improving the educational experiences of students who demonstrate learning difficulties and enable them to benefit from their instructional program.
• Collaborates and consults with parents, teachers and District personnel in designing, implementing and evaluating interventions at individual, school and district levels.
• Evaluates needs of children who may be eligible for special education services.
• Conducts assessments to identify and develop Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Observes children in classroom, at play, evaluates student records and consults with parents, school personnel and administrators.
• Participates in the planning of remedial classes and testing programs designed to meet students' needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Certified as a school psychologist in the State of Arizona.
• Minimum - Master's degree from an accredited college or university, school psychology training program a plus.
• Knowledgeable / experienced with Individual Evaluation Plans (IEP) and IDEA programs commensurate with Federal and Arizona State special education regulations Pre-K through 12th grade.
• Experienced in administering, scoring and assessing psychological testing.
• No convictions for felonies or crimes against children.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

HUSD participates in the Arizona State Retirement System; Defined Benefit Plan provides for lifelong monthly retirement income for qualified members.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $66,240 Per Year