Substitute School Psychologist

Waterford, United States | Posted on 01/21/2026

• Job Type: Contract
• Date Opened: 01/21/2026
• City:
  Waterford
• Country:
  United States

Adelphi is seeking a Substitute School Psychologist to fill a full-time vacancy within a school district in Oakland County, Michigan. The ideal candidate will evaluate students, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support students’ academic, social, and behavioral growth through on-site services.

• Specialty:
  Educational / Clinical Psychology
• Location:
  
  Oakland County, Michigan
• Contract Length: until a permanent full-time School Psychologist is identified.
• Start Date:
  
  February 2, 2026
• Compensation: $50–$60 per hour

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an accredited institution
• Completion of an approved School Psychology preparation program meeting Michigan certification requirements
• Ability to work 100% in person; remote service providers will not be accepted
• Residency within a 45-minute commute of the assigned school district
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and interpretation to support educational decisions
• Knowledge of positive behavior support (PBIS) and universal strategies for managing behavioral concerns
• Strong understanding of Special Education Law under the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE)
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and professional standards

• Serve students across assigned schools within the district.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological and psycho educational evaluations.
• Administer, score, and interpret educational and psychological assessments.
• Identify academic, behavioral, emotional, and social barriers to learning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to determine special education eligibility.
• Develop and recommend instructional modifications, accommodations, and interventions.
• Use data-driven practices for intervention planning and progress monitoring.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret academic and behavioral data.
• Consult and communicate effectively with school staff, families, and community partners.
• Participate in school-based support services and crisis intervention efforts.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with external agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines, confidentiality standards, and professional best practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.