School Psychologist in Denham Springs, LA

Step into a vital role supporting students and families across multiple school sites in a dynamic K-12 environment. As a School Psychologist on this contract assignment, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, providing comprehensive educational assessments centered around discipline requests and student support needs. With a schedule of 29 hours per week, your expertise will make a meaningful impact for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct psychoeducational evaluations, ensuring adherence to IDEA compliance and district guidelines.
• Provide written assessment reports and participate in multidisciplinary conferences within required timelines.
• Serve as a resource for families and students, offering referrals and direct support using established educational techniques.
• Communicate assessment results clearly to parents, teachers, and school personnel, aiding in the development of appropriate intervention strategies and eligibility determinations.
• Work collaboratively with a range of professionals, including educational diagnosticians, social workers, speech-language pathologists, and administrators.
• Maintain accurate case records, ensuring program accountability and a seamless continuation of services.
• Participate in ongoing in-service training and support for district staff and families.

Qualifications:

• Valid NASP certification or LSSP credential from the Louisiana State Board of Examiners and Psychologists.
• Demonstrated experience in performing psychoeducational evaluations and creating detailed evaluation reports.
• Knowledge of special education law, eligibility criteria, and effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Organizational skills for managing caseload and meeting evaluation deadlines.
• Bilingual abilities a plus.
• Completion of district background check and fingerprinting required.

Bring your assessment skills, advocacy, and collaborative spirit to a contract position where your contributions directly shape student outcomes. Take the next step in your school psychology career—apply today to make a difference in students’ lives!