School Psychologist: IEP & Intervention Specialist

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Centereach (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit in Pennsylvania seeks a Certified School Psychologist on Assignment to provide a full range of school psychology services, including assessment, intervention planning, consultation, counseling, and program support for children ages 0-21.

The role works with multi-disciplinary teams to determine eligibility for services, develop IEPs, and monitor outcomes in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required
• PDE Educational Specialist School Psychologist PK-12 Certification required
• Current ACT 34, ACT 151 & FBI Fingerprints required upon hire
• Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by CCIU upon hire)

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts school-based psychological evaluations using a variety of tools and methods for specific referral questions.
• Participates as a member of student-centered teams such as IEP planning, evaluation of interventions, and pre-referral processes.
• Maintains and manages tests and equipment for evaluations and ensures secure handling of materials.
• Provides consultation to teachers and administrators on evidenced-based interventions and program evaluation.
• Provides crisis intervention and serves on student assistance/emergency response teams as needed.
• Keeps up-to-date with current literature and participates in required trainings and professional development.
• Completes records and reports promptly and participates in committees as needed.
• Delivers training and resources on psychological topics to staff and families.

Education

Master's degree

PDE Educational Specialist School Psychologist PK-12 Certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Educational Specialist Position/ School Psychologist on Assignment
  
  
• Date Posted:
  8/28/2026
  
  

Anticipated vacanciescurrentlyexistforCertified School Psychologists on Assignment- IU Countywide, within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Locations may vary depending on Chester County school district (and surrounding area)needs.

At theCCIU,we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication,and collaborative spiritthatour employees bring to their work every day,and we know that achieving success takes a teamapproach! We strive to hire exceptional, motivated,and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaderswhocontribute to a better Chester County and beyond.Ifyou are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don't wait –apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!

Summary:

TheSchoolPsychologist provides a full range ofschoolpsychological services to children ages 0-21, including assessment and intervention planning, consultation and counseling, program development and systems support. TheSchoolPsychologist also functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to determine the student's eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and on-going evaluation and systems support, working directly with students, faculty, parents, administration, and the community at large. TheSchoolPsychologist delivers services and implements all procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, andschoolpolicies and procedures and utilizes practices that are evidence based or scientifically validated.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans and conductsschoolbasedpsychological evaluations using a variety of tools and methodsfor specific referral questions; including but not limited to formal and informal methods, FBA, RTI, writing reports, developing recommendations, providing resources, and providing feedback to parents and consultation toschoolstaff.
• Participates as a member of student-centered teams such as intervention planning, Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning, evaluation of interventions, pre-referral processes, FBA, Manifestation Determinations, etc.
• Maintains a variety of tests and other equipment needed to conduct evaluations for referral reasons including ordering protocols, recommending the purchase of revised or new tests/tools, and maintaining security of all materials.
• Consults with teachers and administrators regarding evidence based/scientifically validated interventions, intervention progress monitoring, special education eligibility, mental health disorders, program evaluation, and otherpsychological services.
• Provides crisis intervention and serves on student assistance/emergency response teams as requested.
• Maintains up to date, best practice professional skills through reading current literature, attending required trainings,actively participating in professional development.
• Completes all records, reports and assignments promptly, accurately, and efficiently.
• Participates on CCIU,school, andschooldistrict committees as needed.
• Provides training and resources on a wide variety ofpsychological topics including child, family, parent, and educational issues.
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor of Psychological Services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience:

• PDEEducational Specialist School Psychologist PK-12 Certificationrequired
• Master's degreerequired

Professional or Other Required Clearances

• Current ACT 34, ACT 151 & FBI Fingerprints required upon hire
• Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by CCIU upon hire.)

Salary (2026-2027School Year):
Master's + 30 Credits (Educational Specialist): $74,415 - 107,845/yr.
*Placement on salary scale is commensurate with years of experience in a relevant role*

Schedule:
10-month Schedule: 194 Days/Year, 5 Days/Week, 7.5 Hours/Day

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Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.

Postings current as of 10/28/2026 8:08:16 PM CST.

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