Psychologist; Intern

Humboldt Unified School District Special Services Office - Prescott Valley, Arizona

Job : 4914650

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 05, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 4, 2026

SUMMARY: While under the supervision of a certified school psychologist, determines eligibility for placement of exceptional children in the least restrictive environment and assists in providing students the fullest possible educational experience. Duties are to be performed in accordance with district policies and procedures and applicable state laws.

• Follows the guidelines for exceptional children as set forth in the State of Arizona’s Special Education Rules and Regulations and aids school personnel on interpretation and implementation of these guidelines
• Conducts diagnostic studies to identify child's needs, limitations, and potentials, observing child in classroom and at play, studying school records, consulting with parents and school personnel, and administering and interpreting diagnostic findings; assesses strengths and weaknesses of referred students and recommends placement for all exceptional student through these testing and diagnostic practices
• Deals sensitively with confidential information
• Interprets the school psychological services and special education programs; provides and assists with in-service training
• Prepares and submits required reports
• Works with a variety of school personnel, including students, via the consultation model to assist pupils to achieve personal, social, and emotional adjustments
• Collaborates with staff regarding research to aid in introduction of programs in schools to meet current psychological, educational, and sociological needs of children
• Refers individuals to community agencies to secure medical, vocational, or social services for child or family
• Serves as consultant to staff, the school board, the Superintendent, administrative committees, and parent teacher groups in matters involving psychological services within the educational system or school
• Attends staff, professional, and interagency meetings
• Cooperates with community health and social welfare programs
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the field, and participates in in-service meetings
• Is involved in the planning and development of additional special education services

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of current accepted practices in the field of psychology
• Knowledge of data usage, including collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting
• Ability to perform multiple functions simultaneously
• Ability to do mathematical computations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict in a professional manner

Education & Experience:

• Pursuing a Master’s degree or higher in School Psychology
• Prior professional experience
• Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance

Computer Proficiency: Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop and walk. The employee may be required to move ten pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to twenty pounds.

Indoor school environment. This position regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy l have contact with students, staff, external agencies and the public.

Full-Time

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• ELIZABETH RUSHTON , Special Services Director
• Special Services Office
• Phone:
• Email: elizabet