School Psychologist

Onward Education; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Wide network of schools

Fast placement

Ongoing support

Professional growth

Job summary

Onward Education in Michigan partners with a Wayne County school district to hire a dedicated School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, onsite role supports K-12 students through psychoeducational evaluations, consultation, intervention planning, and collaboration with educators and families.

You’ll promote academic achievement, social-emotional well-being, and behavioral success while supporting special education and general education initiatives across the district.

Qualifications

• Master’s, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an accredited program
• Valid Michigan School Psychologist certificate, approval, or license through the Michigan Department of Education
• Experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations in a school setting preferred
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, special education eligibility, and IEP processes
• Strong assessment, report-writing, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to supporting the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of K-12 students

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychoeducational evaluations, including cognitive, academic, behavioral, adaptive, and social-emotional assessments.
• Interpret assessment results and communicate findings effectively to parents, educators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in special education eligibility determinations and support the development of IEPs.
• Provide consultation to teachers, administrators, and families regarding student learning, behavior, and mental health needs.
• Support the implementation of evidence-based academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.
• Conduct observations, data collection, and progress monitoring to support student success.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, and manifestation determinations as needed.
• Assist with crisis intervention, threat assessment, and student support initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations.

Skills

Assessment accuracy

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s/Ed.S./PhD in School Psychology

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading schools. We're partnering with a school district in Wayne County, Michigan to hire a dedicated School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, onsite opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact supporting K-12 students through comprehensive evaluations, consultation, intervention planning, and collaboration with educators and families. In this role, you'll help promote students' academic achievement, social-emotional well-being, and behavioral success while supporting special education and general education initiatives across the district.

Position Details:

• Location: Onsite in Wayne County, MI
• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
• Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027
• Grade Levels: K-12

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychoeducational evaluations, including cognitive, academic, behavioral, adaptive, and social-emotional assessments.
• Interpret assessment results and communicate findings effectively to parents, educators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in special education eligibility determinations and support the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Provide consultation to teachers, administrators, and families regarding student learning, behavior, and mental health needs.
• Support the implementation of evidence-based academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.
• Conduct observations, data collection, and progress monitoring to support student success.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, and manifestation determinations as needed.
• Assist with crisis intervention, threat assessment, and student support initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations.

Qualifications:

• Master's, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an accredited program
• Valid Michigan School Psychologist certificate, approval, or license through the Michigan Department of Education
• Experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations in a school setting preferred
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, special education eligibility, and IEP processes
• Strong assessment, report-writing, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to supporting the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of K-12 students

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.