School Psychologist 1.0 FTE (TEMPORARY position from approximately 10/20/26- 2/8/27)

Isd 728; Unterseen; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 is looking for a School Psychologist for a temporary position from approximately 10/20/26 to 2/8/27. This role involves conducting assessments, providing consultations, and offering crisis intervention to ensure the welfare of students throughout the district.

The ideal candidate should have a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and a valid Minnesota License in School Psychology or be eligible for one. A commitment to diversity and equity is essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology.
• Valid Minnesota License in School Psychology or must be eligible for the license.

Responsibilities

• Conducts student assessments and provides educational plans based on results.
• Participates in meetings involving assessment planning and program development.
• Provides crisis intervention counseling across the district when necessary.
• Consults with educational staff on programming for students with disabilities.

Education

Masters Degree in Educational Psychology

Valid Minnesota License in School Psychology or eligible for license

Job description

School Psychologist 1.0 FTE (TEMPORARY position from approximately 10/20/26- 2/8/27) JobID: 19025

Position Type: Special Education Teaching/ Psychologist

Date Posted: 6/18/2026

Location: District Wide

Date Available: Approx 10/20/26-2/8/27

Description

Performs professional work preforming diagnostic evaluation of students, assessing and interpreting intellectual, social and/or emotional development, conducting consultations, preparing and maintaining files and records, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Special Services Director.

Job Summary

• Conducts student assessments; interprets assessment results; provides educational plan based on assessment.
• Participates in meetings involving assessment planning, assessment result dissemination, program planning, disability determination and progress review.
• Provides pre-referral consultation to educational staff by assisting with designing student interventions for those having academic or behavioral issues.
• Consults with community agencies and professionals coordinating care and enhancing service quality and program planning for children in school.
• Maintains updated information regarding community resources; assists parents in pursing services outside the school setting when appropriate.
• Serves as a consultant to administration, educational staff and parents for issues and policies impacting the psychological well being of children.
• Provides crisis intervention counseling across the district when necessary.
• Participates in planning and implementing special education assessments and re-assessments determining if students are eligible for special education services.
• Consults with regular and special education personnel on programming for students with disabilities; ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Attends workshops; develops and provides training, keeps abreast of current literature and studies.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Educational Psychology
• Valid Minnesota License in School Psychology or eligible for license

Application Procedure

Apply online

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.