Long-Term Substitute

Long-Term Substitute - School Psychologist

• Position Type:
  Substitute
• Date Posted: 6/16/2026
• Location:
  
  HVED District Office
• Date Available:
  
  08/16/2026

Hiawatha Valley Education District seeks a talented, motivated Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist for schools within the district from approximately September 1, 2026 to November 1, 2026.

• Conducts psychological assessments; evaluates students for special education/section 504 needs, educational skills, social skills and emotional status
• Designs and facilitates programs for children at risk for failure within the typical learning environment
• Facilitates communication between teachers, administrators, parents and students to find solutions to academic, behavioral, and mental health problems; assists others to understand child issues
• Provides psychological counseling; helps students, families and school manage crisis situations to minimize their effect on learning and mental capacity of the child
• Evaluates the effectiveness of academic and behavioral management programs being used; disseminates research for use in evaluations and programs
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and create Behavior Intervention Plans
• Provide leadership to staff and administration in the areas of Multi-Tier Systems of Support (MTSS), Response to Intervention (RtI), and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Facilitate data-team (screening/progress monitoring) and child-study team (individual problem-solving) meetings

• Knowledge of child psychology principles, assessments, methods, behavior modification, etc., and current developments in child psychology
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
• Must demonstrate the ability to coordinate special education/section 504 services and comply with special education/section 504 rules and due process requirements
• Must demonstrate knowledge of Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) (RtI/PBIS) and various evidence-based practices

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent of the School District served and/or HVED Executive Director

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Minnesota State Certification as a School Psychologist
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Master's Degree in Psychology

Works in standard office and school building environments. Also see Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Successful prior School Psychologist experience preferred

Uses standard office equipment such as computer/laptop, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. This position may be done virtually as well

Competitive salary and benefits package. Based on years of experience and credentials

Exempt

Openings as of 6/19/2026