School Psychologist in Hartford, CT

Step into a rewarding contract role providing crucial support to elementary students as a School Psychologist for a full-time assignment, covering a maternity leave from mid-December to the first week of April. This position is based near Hartford, CT, and focuses solely on evaluations—no counseling required—allowing you to dedicate your expertise to comprehensive assessment processes in a school setting.

Key Qualifications:

• Current certification or licensure as a School Psychologist in Connecticut
• Previous experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations for elementary grade levels preferred
• Strong understanding of special education eligibility and assessment tools
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with educators, staff, and families in a team setting

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer, score, and interpret academic, cognitive, behavioral, and social-emotional assessments for students in elementary grades
• Prepare detailed written reports and present findings to multidisciplinary teams
• Provide recommendations to support educational planning for students based on assessment results
• Participate in eligibility and review meetings as needed during the assignment
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to timelines for evaluations
• Communicate professionally with teachers, administrators, and families regarding assessment procedures and outcomes

This full-time opportunity consists of a reliable 35-hour workweek throughout the duration of the assignment. It’s a contract role perfectly suited for professionals who enjoy the focused work of student evaluations and want to make a significant impact in a supportive school environment, without counseling duties.

If you’re ready to leverage your assessment skills during this important leave coverage, apply today to take your career to the next level supporting students’ success.

Compensation for this position ranges from $43.93 to $63.93. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.