Special Educaiton School Psychologist

Applitrack; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Huron Valley Schools is seeking an enthusiastic School Psychologist to join as a district employee, serving in multiple buildings. The role emphasizes collaboration and leading discussions at the building level about assessments and student supports.

Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, leading team eligibility decisions, interpreting data for staff and families, and contributing to IEP/504 processes and behavior support planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Psychology is required.
• Certification in the State of Michigan as a School Psychologist is required.
• Experience with evaluating and interpreting psychological data in education settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct extensive psychological evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Lead Multi-Evaluation Teams in eligibility decisions per MARSE rules.
• Interpret psychological data for staff, families and students.
• Support students with behavioral concerns using universal strategies.
• Participate in case conferences and data-driven decision making.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff and parents to support students in LRE.
• Develop and monitor assessments like FBAs and BIPs.
• Maintain timely and accurate psychological reports for IEP/504 processes.
• Travel between buildings as needed and attend department meetings.

Education

Master's degree in School Psychology

Michigan State Certification as School Psychologist

Job description

Huron Valley Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic and effective School Psychologist. This full time school psychologist will serve as a district employee and will serve in multiple buildings. We are looking for a skilled individual who is a strong collaborator. Additionally, a person comfortable leading conversations and meetings at the building level as it pertains to the role of a school psychologist.

Reports To: Student Support Services Administration, Principal

Status: 2026-2027

Start Date: As soon as possible

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold Master's degree in School Psychology
• Certification in the State of Michigan as a School Psychologist
• Experience and training in administering and interpreting psychological evaluation within and education setting is preferred
• Knowledgeable and able to apply the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) in determining eligibility on Multi-Disciplinary Teams (MET).
• Knowledgeable and able to apply the rules in finding students eligible under Section 504
• Ability to build professional and collegial relations with staff and parents
• Ability to develop genuine and positive relationships with students
• Ability to facilitate student learning, growth and achievement
• Ability to incorporate research-based best practices for instructional design and delivery

Essential Functions

• Conducts extensive psychological evaluation and re-evaluations of referred students.
• Leads Multi-Evaluation Teams in eligibility decisions following MARSE Rules.
• Interprets psychological data to school personnel, other concerned professionals, parents and the student.
• Experience with Positive Behavior management and universal strategies to support students with behavior concerns.
• Participants in case conferences when referred students are involved, or as requested.
• Collects data and provides systematic observations for students experiencing emotional, learning or attention problems in the classroom.
• Works within a team to complete Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and supports the development of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Participates in professional learning opportunities to keep abreast of new developments and best practices in the field to best support and plan for students.
• Strong written communication skills-psychological reports required for all initial and re-determination of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and or Section 504's
• Must be willing and able to travel from one building to the other during each school day
• Collaborate with other special education teachers, general education teachers, ancillary staff members, and paraeducators to best support students in their LRE
• To be engaged while attending building and department meetings
• To be a learner of your content and other school related topics to benefit students
• Other duties assigned by the special education director or the building principal

Education and/or Experience

Master's Degree or higher required.

Language, Mathematical and Reasoning Skills

Ability to speak and write effectively. Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral format and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands or arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, it is the policy of the Huron Valley School district that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment.