Prison Education, School Psychologist

Position Type:
Specialized Schools /Programs/Adult Education

Date Posted:
5/21/2026

Location:
Delaware Department of Education

Closing Date:
06/04/2026

District:
Delaware Department of Education
Title of Position: Prison Education, School Psychologist

Reports to: Director of Adult and Prison Education Resources Workgroup

Description of Position:
The School Psychologist is a member of the Adult and Prison Education Resources Workgroup providing services to the Prison Education Program sites located at Level V prisons and Level IV Work-Release sites statewide. The school psychologist works with Prison Education staff to support students with special needs in meeting their educational goals and preparing for a successful re-entry. The School Psychologist assesses, develops reports, participates in meetings, maintains records, and interacts with Prison Education and DOC staff as needed.

This 12-month position will provide services in a hybrid manner combining in-person and virtual formats.

Major Responsibilities:

• Review referrals for individual evaluation to determine appropriate interventions; assess students when an individual evaluation is deemed appropriate; ensure that information is disseminated to the appropriate persons.
• Administer appropriate tests for each student based on federal, state and local guidelines and the specific needs of the students.
• Participate in IEP meetings by providing suggested instructional interventions curriculum, modifications and student accommodations.
• Discuss the student's overall performance with designated Prison Education staff, observe students in classroom, write observation reports, choose and administer the appropriate test.
• Write the school psychologist's portion of the Evaluation Summary Report and see that other appraisal reports are incorporated into it before the Educational Diagnostician completes required documents.
• Review each referral prior to assessment to make certain the student's records and information are complete.
• Participate in ESR meetings to assist in determination of disability eligibility.
• Observe all federal timelines for assessments and for written assessment reports.
• Participate in professional development presented by the Exceptional Children's Resource Workgroup.
• Present professional development sessions on best practices in delivery of special education and related services to Prison Education staff.
• Maintain current knowledge of critical legal issues in the provision of special education services.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures regarding IDEA services.
• Employ problem solving strategies, foster and promote collegiality and team building.
• Consult with personnel from outside agencies when needed.
• Work with Prison Education Leadership to review and revise protocols and policies as needed.
• Use Infinite Campus System to record and track special education services.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

Education: Be eligible for or possess a Delaware Department of Education School Psychologist Standard Certificate as noted in 1583 School Psychologist (delaware.gov).

Experience: Minimum of 3 years full time experience as a school psychologist on a high school level preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication, facilitation, and organizational skills as well as excellent listening and synthesizing skills.
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, relationship-building and negotiating skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Capable of setting priorities and working in collaboration with others.
• Capable of working under pressure.
• Be able to proactively problem-solve with professionalism.
• Discretion and confidentiality are essential.
• Understanding of educational equity and diversity as it applies in Adult Education.
• Proficiency in the use of technology, e.g. MS Office Applications.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic groups.

Salary:

Salary Range: $96,018 - $146,187 annually. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's education and experience in accordance with the Department of Education's compensation policy. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the state retirement program, annual, sick, and personal leave, and supplemental benefits options. Direct deposit of payroll checks is a condition of state employment, and employees are paid on a lag pay schedule with the first payment made after approximately one month of employment.

Notes:

Offer of employment will be contingent on the results of a Department of Correction (DOC) criminal background check, physical and successful completion of DOC training. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. The employee should expect to perform any other related activities needed to deliver…