School Psychologist

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Psychologist to join their exceptional education team. In this vital role, you will practice psychology in an educational setting, supporting diverse student needs and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Your expertise will help shape the educational experience for exceptional education students, making a lasting impact on their development. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. If you are passionate about fostering student success and have a strong psychometric background, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Psychology or related field required.
• Valid State of Arizona School Psychologist Certificate needed.

Responsibilities

• Practice psychology in an educational setting, including exceptional education students.
• Administer assessments and provide psychological evaluations.

Skills

Knowledge of P.L. 94-242

Strong psychometric background

Ability to administer personality assessment

Understanding of child development

Ability to write instructional objectives

Sensitivity to cultural linguistic differences

Education

Masters Degree in Psychology

Valid State of Arizona School Psychologist Certificate

Job description

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Base pay range

$71,168.75/yr - $81,819.86/yr

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School Psychologist - Practice of psychology in an educational setting, including exceptional education students for the Tucson Unified School District.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

• Masters Degree in Psychology or related field.
• Valid State of Arizona School Psychologist Certificate
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Knowledge of P.L. 94-242, Education of the disabled/handicapped, State Board of Education rules and regulations, and TUSD Exception Education placement guidelines.
• Strong psychometric background including an understanding of both normative, criterion-based and informal evaluations.
• Knowledge of the evaluation of the physically and sensory impaired students.
• Ability to administer personality assessment.
• Understanding of child development, learning disorders, behavioral management and personality theory.
• Ability to impart complex psychological data to others, parents, teachers, etc. in a meaningful way.
• Ability to write instructional objectives.
• Sensitivity to cultural linguistic differences.
• Knowledge of K-12 and Exceptional Education curricula.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS-Provider ID Number.

Valid Driver’s License.

• MVReport - showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees

COMMENTS:

• School Psychologist Pay Range $71,168.75 to $81,819.86/year
• Effective: 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
• Location: Exceptional Education Department - Sites Vary
• Work Calendar: 10 month
• Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

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Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Higher Education and Education

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