Educational Psychologist; FTE Temporary

The Vancouver School Board welcomes applications for the position of:

Educational Psychologist - 1.00 FTE Temporary

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems.

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).We embrace Indigenous ways of knowing and learning and work to expand Indigenous perspectives across the curriculum and within our 107 schools and programs, where more than 50,000 students learn and grow.

Equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. More than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in the VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts.

Our commitment to students goes beyond academics. Students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging are equally important. We strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we seek to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community.

Our work is guided by theVSB Education Planand grounded in the embedded equity statement. For more information about our school district, visit

Teacher psychologists are responsible for the psycho-educational assessment of students in the district. They work collaboratively with school-based teams to determine appropriate assessment requests. They are also responsible for developing program strategies and modifications based on their assessment results, suggesting support activities to ensure the inclusion of diverse learners, producing a written report in a timely fashion and reporting out to teams and families.

POSITION DETAILS:

School psychologists are responsible for the psycho- educational assessment of students in the district. They work collaboratively with school based teams to determine appropriate assessment requests. They are also responsible for developing program strategies and modifications based on their assessment results, suggesting support activities to ensure the inclusion of diverse learners, producing a written report in a timely fashion, and reporting out to teams and families.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong commitment to excellence in supporting students with disabilities and diverse abilities
• Certified or able to be certified by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC)
• Master’s degree in school psychology or Educational Psychology
• Bachelor of Education and classroom teaching experience is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with teachers, parents, school administrators and community agencies
• Superior work ethic and social emotional competencies, excellent reflective judgment and commitment to building learning communities.

Your application portfolio must include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Academic Transcripts
• Reports/Evaluations:
  • Recent Graduates require final Practicum Reports
  • Experienced Teachers require a recent Teaching Evaluation (not lesson observations) within the past 8 years
• 3 Professional References -email and phone numbers
  • Recent Graduates to…