Temp ; School Psychologist

Position: Temp FT (1.0) School Psychologist (2026-27)
Location: Northern British Columbia (Fort Nelson)

Position Description
A temporary full time (1.0) District School Psychologist is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The assignment will be at Learning Services. The school Psychologist functions as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

We are dedicated to providing services that assist students to develop the attitudes, skills and knowledge required to  successfully participate  in educational experiences. We provide indirect and direct service to the student and/or the school community. Our collective knowledge, skills, energy, creativity and empathy support and nurture this process.

Our philosophy is consistent with our District’s mission statement,  “Together, We Learn”  and with that of the Ministry of Education and the Special Education Programs Branch. Our own department’s mission statement,  “Achieve ~ Believe ~ Connect!”  demonstrates our commitment towards appropriate education and achievements for all children.  We love the relevance in our logo! See  for more information.

Qualifications and Experience

Doctorate or Master's degree in educational psychology, or related field, with a focus on school psychology, (including graduate training in measurement and individual psychological assessments) and a successfully completed internship

This program and position are eligible for the BC Student Loan Forgiveness Program.  for more information.

Knowledge of Ministry of Education, Special Education Policies and Procedures

Current membership, in good standing, with the College of Health Care Professionals of British Columbia

Provides psycho-educational assessments for students referred through the school-based team process

Provides ongoing collaborative planning for students and classrooms and assists with pre-referral interventions

Candidates for internship must already be participating in a Master's of School Psychology program that requires an internship

Consultation with teachers, support staff, parents, students and community agencies regarding student strengths and needs, assessment implications, and interventions through which to enhance learning and interpersonal relations

Collaboration with school-based and/or district personnel to gather classroom-based data, design or implement instructional strategies/interventions and/or design and implement behavioral interventions

Psychologist may assist school and district staff in proving additional "Pro D" support for educators and support staff (e.g., behaviour management, observational techniques/data gathering, PBS,RTI, AFL, UDL), and participate or assist in program evaluation and research activities.

Experience with universal design and differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students

Excellent interpersonal, communications, collaboration and organization skills

Strong belief in the philosophy of inclusion and the potential of all students to learn

Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the foundation of enhancing student learning

Ability to participate in meetings within and beyond the regular school day to support learning

Ability to plan and facilitate in-services or collaboration sessions with educators and Educational Assistants within and beyond the regular school day

Interested applicants are required to supply

Three (3) references

Compensation

$2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas.

$3,500 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)

Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $72,720 - $118,770

Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enrol in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer paid based on FTE.

For more information please contact:
Charmaine Chretien, District Principal Curriculum & Assessment   or

Please note
All applications with relevant documentation must be made through  Make A Future  for consideration for the position

About School District 60
School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners. Our…