School Psychologist

• Date Posted: 5/6/2026
• Location:
  
  District Wide
• Date Available:
  
  08/03/2026

TITLE:

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

INCLUSIVE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

MINIMUM DAYS/YEAR TBD

Salary range: LICENSED PERSONNEL SALARY SCHEDULE $58,630 - $99,082 Licensed school psychologists will be compensated an additional 10% above their designated step and column placement.

BENEFITS:
Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

FLSA STATUS EXEMPT

Under the guidance of the Inclusive Education Department, the School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students' social, emotional, and educational success.

In collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities, the school psychologist promotes effective educational environments.

• Conduct psychological assessments and interpret results for students and participate in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem-solving meetings.
• Provide individual or group counseling/psychotherapy per IEP requirements.
• Monitor completion of case study evaluations and participate in IEP conferences and problem-solving meetings.
• Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight into the development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans.
• Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate.
• Provide assistance to staff in the design and implementation of appropriate interventions and accommodations for students.
• Evaluate and/or translate research into practice and understand research design and statistics in sufficient depth to plan and conduct investigations and program evaluations for improvement of services.
• Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem-solving in the classroom.
• Provide support services to parents/guardians as needed.
• Coordinate and/or collaborate with a range of individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families.
• Provide and/or assist in professional development for staff, parents, and/or community.
• Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis including recertification for CPI, workshops, in-services, professional reading materials, and/or other available offerings.
• Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data.
• Participate in building or program activities and meetings as appropriate.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Frequent contact with teachers, students, parents, district staff, and other school personnel is required.

Knowledge of school psychology theory, child development, child and adolescent psychopathology and psychometric principals as related to psycho educational testing, including the skill in assessing learning disabilities and adjustment difficulties and planning programs to serve students with exceptional needs; uses and limitations of standardized individual and group tests and alternative assessment techniques, including semi-projective devices; growth and development, motivation, the learning process, the dynamics of personality, and methods used to help alleviate personal and learning problems;

individual and group counseling techniques; community health and social service resources; IDEA requirements; and federal and state laws and District policies, regulations and procedures as related to psycho educational services.

• Integrate psychological services with educational program.
• Plan, organize, prioritize and manage time.
• Work collaboratively with special services staff, school site personnel and parents.
• Communicate with students, parents, community representatives, colleagues, and District personnel, both individually and as a group.
• Compose and comprehend written communication.
• Work independently and handle multiple priorities.
• Assess the accomplishments of students.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law.
• Conduct research, analyze findings, develop sound conclusions, and prepare comprehensive reports and plans.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Operate or learn to operate a microcomputer and related software.
• Communicate enthusiasm, excitement and a strong feeling of commitment to the education profession.
• Use web-based programs, e-mail, and technology effectively.
• Appropriately handle stress and interact with others.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Inclusive Education…