School Psychologist | Jersey City, New Jersey

Make a meaningful impact in an elementary school setting as a School Psychologist, supporting students’ emotional and academic growth throughout the upcoming semester. This contract opportunity, based near Jersey City, NJ, offers a chance to work closely with young learners and collaborate with a dedicated educational team.

This role is scheduled for regular school hours from 8:30 am to 3:45 pm and will run from September 2nd to January 1st. You’ll manage a caseload of approximately 25-30 students, in addition to providing counseling services to about 15 students.

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid certification as a School Psychologist
• School social worker certificate preferred
• Experience working with elementary school-aged children
• Strong counseling, assessment, and report-writing skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments and evaluations to support individualized educational planning
• Provide direct counseling services to students, addressing academic, social, and behavioral issues
• Work proactively with teachers, parents, and administrators to develop strategies for student success
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to multi-disciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate documentation and timely reporting for all assigned cases
• Support the broader mental health and well-being initiatives across the school community

This assignment offers a fulfilling way to partner with a school system during an impactful time of year, with support and resources to help you focus on making a difference.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to nurturing student well-being and achievement, we encourage you to submit your application today! Step into a pivotal role with a welcoming elementary school community and help shape positive outcomes for students this semester.

Compensation for this position ranges from $45.11 to $65.11. 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.