School Psychologist

11-Month School Psychologist  School Year)

Human Resources Office, 102 S. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, Maryland 21014, Phone: .

• Provide full continuum of psychological services to students, families/caregivers, and professional staff to prevent or remediate academic, emotional, or behavior problems.
• Provide consultation to parents/caregivers, school staff, and community providers regarding mental health, behavioral, and instructional needs of students.
• Collaborate with school staff in planning and developing school-wide programs and initiatives to address or prevent behavioral or academic problems; monitor effectiveness and adjust strategies as necessary.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments of referred students, including cognitive, social-emotional, behavioral, adaptive, and academic functioning.
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and develop academic and behavioral support plans where necessary.
• Conduct threat assessments of students who present possible threats of harm toward themselves, others, or property.
• Conduct assessments of student eligibility for the Autism waiver.
• Prepare diagnostic reports analyzing student learning and behavior problems, interpret assessment information to parents/caregivers and staff, and make recommendations for appropriate remedial or therapeutic support.
• Participate in school-based team conferences as appropriate, e.g., Student Services Team, Section 504, IEP, manifestation determination.
• Provide consultation for and/or conduct direct and indirect interventions to facilitate functioning of individuals, groups, and/or programs.
• Provide counseling and other related services to students with disabilities according to their Individualized Education Programs (IEP) or 504 plans; counsel other students as necessary.
• Provide crisis intervention assistance when needed, including service as a member of the county-wide Trauma Response Team.
• Participate in ongoing professional development designed to enhance and increase professional skills as a school psychologist.
• Plan and conduct staff development and parent/caregiver education training sessions throughout the school year regarding issues of human learning, development, mental health, and behavior.
• Conduct summer assessments of referred students; participate in summer IEP/5014 Team meetings as necessary.
• Provide counseling and other related services during the summer months as necessary, according to IEP or Extended School Year (ESY) service plans.
• Participate in curriculum/best practice development activities and help coordinate Professional Learning Community (PLC) activities during the school year.
• Plan and participate in orientation/mentoring and peer supervision programs for new staff.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned.

Full‑time eleven‑month position. Salary range based on the FY 2026‑2027 HCEA Salary Schedule for School Psychologist and Physical Therapist Personnel:
Starting Salary: $70,677–Maximum Earnings Potential $126,556.

HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

Must hold or be eligible for a Standard Professional Certificate I with school psychologist endorsement.

Excellent oral/written and interpersonal communication skills.

The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.