School Psychologist Intern

School Psychologist Intern

This full time school psychologist intern 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. The School Psychologist Intern receives supervision and mentoring from highly experienced district school psychologists.

Position Type:
Student Support Services –School Psychologist Intern

Location:

District-Wide

Salary:
Per HVEA contract

Reports To:

Student Support Service Supervisor, Principal

Start Date:

08/24/2026

Must hold Master's degree in School Psychology

Preliminary Certification in the State of Michigan as a School Psychologist

Experience and training in administering and interpreting psychological evaluation within an 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

CPI trained, or willing to complete training through Crisis Prevention Institute

Completion of school psychologist coursework and supervised practicum

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

Conducts extensive psychological evaluation and re-evaluations of referred students

Work with Supervisor and 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

Master's Degree or higher

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

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.

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.

Apply on-line  A cover letter is required in order to be considered for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should outline skills and experience that directly relate to the qualifications for the position.