School Psychologist

Location: Warden

Warden School District

101 W. Beck Way

Warden, Washington 98857

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Job Title:

School Psychologist

Date: 06/11/2026

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:

The School Psychologist is trained in both psychology and educational learning processes and applies research-based principles of learning and behavior to support student success. This position focuses on the identification and diagnosis of learning, behavioral, and adjustment concerns for students ages 3 through 22, to recommend appropriate placements and interventions.

The school psychologist collaborates with special and general education staff, families, and community partners to guide program development, promote effective instructional practices, and support positive student outcomes across educational settings.

SALARY RANGE:

Certificated Salary Schedule

BENEFITS:

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QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree or above in Psychology

State of Washington ESA Certification

Desired Qualifications

Bilingual in Spanish

Successful experience in like position

Reports to:

Special Education Director

Supervises:

No direct reports.

Demonstrated abilities:

* Uses written and oral communication skills in interacting with parents, students, staff and community.

* Keeps track of timelines,

* Is positive in group interactions.

* A team leader

* The ability and desire to work with students with disabilities from birth to age 21.

* Ability to use c computers/technology

* Self-motivated and Self-directed

* Strong "services" or "customer" orientation

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide informational/consultative services which will enhance students' ability to benefit from his/her educational program, including placement/programs of intervention to parent to facilitate child development.

* Provide leadership conducting meetings required under District Regulations, state guidelines, and Procedures, and federal regulation that results in a recommendation of, the establishment of, provision for, evaluation of, and communication of a course of interventions specific to the diagnosed disorder to all relevant Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team members.

* Evaluate students referred for special services in the context of an educational model at the assigned school(s) to assist in establishing an IEP as appropriate.

* Document student deficits and their impact on the student's educational performance, including interviews with parents, to provide appropriate services for the student.

* Work collaboratively with building, district, and outside agency teams to develop and implement support systems, including behavior management systems, discipline, motivation, and learning styles.

* Analyze collected data to recommend and assist in implementation of appropriate techniques, interventions, and interactions to building staff on behalf of students.

* Coordinate the reevaluation procedures necessary to change the placement of a student receiving special services, including referrals to support services when appropriate and required to meet students' IEP goals.

* Provides individual and group professional development on identified therapeutic topics and strategies, as necessary and required.

* Work cooperatively with a building team, other School Personnel, and other Special Services staff from across the district as necessary for student and program support.

* Act as a liaison for the implementation of therapies and maintains communication between the building principal, teachers, and Special Services.

* Demonstrate knowledge of the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process, including collaborating with the IEP Team during the Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) writing process.

* Assist principals and staff concerning behavior management and/or design of specialized curriculum. Administer functional behavioral assessments (FBA) and assist with planning a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) to support student success.

* Facilitate the Manifestation Determination process and meeting, including completing the documentation and notification process.

* Maintain all required physical and electronic paperwork to ensure compliance and in accordance with records retention guidelines.

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