School Psychologist (High School) (2026-2027 SY - General Pool)

Alexandria City Public Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria City Public Schools is seeking a licensed School Psychologist for a High School at the 10-month, 195-day teacher level in Alexandria, Virginia. The role supports students’ cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral development and reports to the Lead Psychologist.

The vacancy location is Alternative Education, with immediate starting date. Qualifications include a Master's in a related field and a Virginia PPS license or eligibility to obtain it upon hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in related field required.
• Virginia PPS license with School Psychology endorsement or eligibility to obtain on hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers standardized assessments to measure development and eligibility.
• Assesses functional capabilities and environments to tailor recommendations.
• Communicates with students, parents, teachers, and staff to address concerns.
• Compiles data from multiple sources to prepare evaluation reports.
• Collaborates with professionals to develop service plans and recommendations.
• Coordinates with community agencies for appropriate treatment options.
• Counsels students, parents, and guardians to support school success.
• Develops behavior plans and curriculum modifications as part of treatment programs.
• Supports school-wide program development and evaluation to meet district goals.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in related field

Job description

School Psychologist (High School) (2026-2027 SY - General Pool)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5481179
Application Deadline: Nov 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description: TheHighSchool - School Psychologist measures and interprets the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development of children; interprets results of psychological studies; interprets and applies state and federal codes, and develops strategies and interventions to address the special education needs of eligible students. This is a LicensedHigh School 10-month, 195 day Teacher position, reporting to the Lead Psychologist.

Vacancy Location: Alternative Education

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree; Master's degree required in related field.

• Certificates & Licenses : Valid Virginia Department of Education Pupil Personnel Services License, with an endorsement in School Psychology, or eligibility to obtain the PPS License with the appropriate endorsement upon hiring.

• Experience: Job-related experience within the specialized field is required.

Essential Functions:

• Administers standardized and/or supplemental assessments to measure the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social and emotional development of children and/or determine eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assesses students' functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment to determine student's functional level and developing recommendations and/or placement.
• Communicates with students and/or parents with teachers and/or other personnel to evaluate situations, solve problems, and/or resolve conflicts.
• Compiles information from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, nurses, probation officers, mental health agencies, other professionals, etc.) to produce a comprehensive evaluation report in compliance with established guidelines.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel, and/or outside professionals to provide requested information, develop plans for services, and/or make recommendations.
• Coordinates with community agencies including medical, judicial, social service, and mental health services to determine appropriate treatments, etc. to meet the needs of specific students.
• Counsels students, parents, and guardians to enhance student success in school.
• Develops behavior plans, curriculum modifications, etc. to implement treatment programs.
• Facilitates meetings, processes, etc. to meet curriculum guidelines and/or ensure that state mandates are achieved.
• Implements school-wide program development and program evaluation (e.g. crisis intervention services, etc.) to ensure effective programs assist children who experience physical, mental, social, or emotional difficulties.
• Intervenes in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students and assists students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars as assigned to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. extension requests, correspondence, memos, behavior plans, Medicaid billings, reports, required documentation, Psych Ed
• Summary, Psych Report, etc.) to document activities, provide written reference, and/or convey information.
• Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) to determine the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
• Supervises interns, practicum students, and others to monitor performance, provide for professional growth and achieve overall objectives of the school's curriculum.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unil.

Compensation:

• Step Placement and Salary for this position is determined by The ACPS Teachers and Other Licensed Staff Salary Scale

• FLSA Status: Exempt position - This position is classified as exempt, meaning it is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Ursula Rocha , Director, School Psychology
• Central Office - ACPS
• Email: [e-mail]

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