Psychologist

Position Summary

Psychologist – 2026‑27 School Year (Job ). This position is Certificated and located in Special Services.

• Conduct assessments (intelligence, achievement, functional, behavioral, social, emotional, and curriculum‑based assessment).
• Interpret results for special education eligibility and educational needs.
• Provide case management and coordination.
• Offer crisis intervention to students when appropriate.
• Provide input for group and individual counseling and social skills and training as indicated on IEPs.

• ESA certification in school psychology.
• Master's Degree in Psychology or School Psychology preferred.
• Demonstrated desire and ability to collaborate with staff, students, and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Knowledge of state and federal legislation for disabilities (WAC 392‑171, IDEA 2004, Section 504, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with staff, students, and families.
• Evidence of leadership skills, positive human relationships, and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to administer standardized tests.
• Ability to lead collaboration and integration strategies.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel between buildings.
• Ability to function as an effective member of the Multi‑disciplinary Team.
• Working knowledge of Washington State Rules and Regulations for disabled students.
• Experience working with youth involved with the justice system.
• Experience leading teams in manifestation determinations, functional behavior assessments, and behavior intervention plans.
• Ability to identify individual student needs and develop effective recommendations for the multi‑disciplinary team.

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• Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off or Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Other Compensation

Bethel School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honourably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Employees designated to handle discrimination questions and complaints:
Civil Rights Compliance / Gender‑Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Darius Alexander (dalexande, );
Title IX Coordinator, Mel Boyd (mboyd, ); and 504 Coordinator, Melissa Munson‑Merritt (mmunsonmer, ). All individuals may be reached at 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Information about the nondiscrimination and sex‑based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: bethelsd.org.