School Psychologist Central Pool - 2026 - 2027 Posting

About the role

School Psychologists will provide direct and indirect social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health services for children and youth, as well as work with families, school administrators, educators, and other professionals to create supportive learning and social environments for all students. In addition, School Psychologists will perform psycho-education assessments of students from Preschool through High School and transition programming.

Responsibilities

• Consult with staff and parents, make recommendations for developmentally appropriate services and strategies to assist in improving student achievement.
• Participate in crisis management by assessing risk, providing interventions, and making community referrals.
• Provide social and emotional intervention for students (In groups and individually).
• Consult with parents and school staff in the development of appropriate behavior goals / interventions.
• Evaluate the need for cognitive and social and emotional support under Section 504 and IDEA.
• Interpret assessment data and develop goals to meet individual student needs.
• Support district initiatives on social and emotional learning.
• May participate in extra-duty activities as outlined in the teachers' collective bargaining agreement (This is for coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, etc.).

Requirements

• Hold a Master’s Degree or higher in School Psychology.
• Current Colorado Department of Education Special Service Provider License - School Psychologist is required.
• Experience in the administration and interpretation of a variety of test instruments to evaluate cognitive ability, social/emotional development, academic skills and eligibility for special education.
• Experience using consultation techniques that allow for providing effective techniques that address problems in learning and behavior.
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Google Suite.
• Effective time management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to accurately record, transfer, and relate information.
• Able to handle multiple demands and competing deadlines.
• Able to follow directions and procedures and remain calm in an emergency situation.
• Able to work effectively as a member of multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to travel to sites throughout the District.
• Demonstrated respect for children, teenagers, and adults.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse audiences.
• Bilingual in Spanish or another language preferred and may be required for select positions.

Benefits

Denver Public Schools offers a range of total rewards including competitive compensation, pro-comp incentive plan, time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. Additionally, DPS provides professional development opportunities and ongoing support for its employees.

Pay

Compensation details are available on the Denver Teacher Association (DCTA) website. Salary schedules can be found there as well.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically full-time, but may vary based on the specific needs of the district and the individual's role.