School Psychologist

MePA; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

192-day contract

Job summary

Heartland AEA is seeking School Psychologists for the 2027–28 school year under a 192-day contract in central Iowa. You will provide psychological services to promote student academic achievement and mental health, collaborating with educators, families, and community partners to support individualized learning plans.

The role involves contributing to RtI/MTSS through assessments and data-informed decisions. Interns are welcome to apply, and NASP-recognized standards guide the work.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for Iowa Professional Service License (School Psychology)
• Post-master’s level training in an approved School Psychology program (specialist degree or master’s + 30 preferred)
• School Psychology Interns are welcome to apply

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services to promote students’ academic achievement and behavioral health.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and community partners to support individualized learning and behavioral plans.
• Participate in RtI/MTSS data collection, assessments, and intervention planning

Skills

Collaboration

Assessment skills

Data-informed decisions

Education

Post-master’s psychology program

Intern eligibility

Job description

Full-Time | 2027–28 School Year | 192-Day Contract
(Office location and district assignments to be determined)

Are you passionate about helping every student reach their full potential? We’re looking for dedicated School Psychologists to join our team for the 2027–28 school year! We also hire school psychology interns and pay between $58,537 - $61,630.

Heartland AEA supports 58 public school districts, 58 accredited nonpublic schools, and 3 charter schools. Our service area includes the Des Moines metro area and other communities in central Iowa serving more than 150,000 students.

Heartland AEA is recognized by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) for achieving the Proficient level in the Excellence in School Psychological Services (ESPS) program. This recognition signifies the Agency’s dedication to meeting the highest national standards in school psychology and its exceptional commitment to providing high-quality psychological services to a diverse range of school districts in Iowa.

What You’ll Do

• Provide psychological services that promote students’ academic achievement, behavioral health, and mental healthCollaborate with educators, families, and community partners to support individualized learning and behavioral plans
• Contribute to the RtI/MTSS model through assessments, interventions, and data-informed decision-making
• Participate in Child Find activities to identify and support students with special needs

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful, student-focused work
• Extensive professional learning aligned to the NASP Practice Model Domains
• Two-year on-boarding and induction process
• A multi-disciplinary team structure
• Opportunities to pursue various career paths within the Agency
• Interns are full-time employees with benefits
• 192 day working contract

Feel free to visit our website at www.heartlandaea.org!

What We’re Looking For
Licensure: Professional Service License (or eligibility) through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners

Education: Post-master’s level training in an approved School Psychology program (specialist degree or master’s + 30 preferred)School Psychology Interns are welcome to apply!