Extern, Bilingual School Psychologist

Position: EXTERN, BILINGUAL SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Applications will be received until February 17, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board k12.org.

About this job:

This part time position is available to qualified bilingual track school psychology graduate students in the University of Colorado, Denver's School Psychologist Doctoral Program. School Psychologist Externs will serve on the Bilingual Assessment Team and work under the supervision of qualified school psychologists on that team to support Spanish language psycho-educational and cognitive assessment practices across the district.

What DPS Offers You:

* A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.

* Hourly Rate: $22.00/hour

* In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

* Read and interpret available data (language proficiency data, educational, and clinical records) to establish areas of concern for evaluation purposes.

* Works with school-based staff to establish a clear evaluation plan, determine the most appropriate language (Spanish/English) for indicated assessments.

* Work closely with parents and caregivers to ensure they understand the rationale for evaluation, IEP processes, and that their perspective is included in determining eligibility for services.

* Administer, score, and interpret a broad range of cognitive, social-emotional, and academic assessments with teachers, students, and caregivers

* Collaborate with bilingual assessment team members and school-based staff to analyze trends in assessment and intervention data.

* Support in the writing of detailed, integrated evaluation reports'

* Present evaluation results and advocate for appropriate eligibility based on bodies of evidence for disabilities under consideration.

* Advocate for especially vulnerable student populations and their caregivers.

What You'll Need:

* Master's Degree in School Psychology is required;

* Doctorate in School Psychology is preferred

* Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is required

* Must have or be able to obtain a current Colorado Department of Education Temporary Educator Eligibility Authorization license

* Have experience using consultation techniques that allow for providing effective techniques that address problems in learning and behavior.

* Have experience working with culturally diverse populations.

* Experience in the administration and interpretation of a variety of test instruments to evaluate cognitive ability, learning aptitudes, academic skills and eligibility for special education and 504.

* Experience using consultation techniques that allow for providing effective techniques that address problems in learning and behavior.

* Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.

* Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.

* Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun