Make an impact supporting students’ academic and personal growth in an engaging school environment near Port Deposit and Elkton, MD. This contract position seeks a dedicated School Psychologist for one opening, offering an opportunity to work closely with elementary or middle school populations during the 2023-2024 academic year.
Your days will be dynamic, balancing essential psychoeducational evaluations with ongoing counseling and active participation in student support meetings. As a key team member, you will address diverse needs while fostering positive relationships across the school community.
What you’ll bring:
- Active MSDE School Psychologist certification
- Experience administering psychoeducational evaluations and managing counseling caseloads in a school setting
- Strong communication skills, especially in meetings such as MTTS, IEP, and 504 sessions
- Capacity to support a flexible, variable caseload (typically around 70 evaluations plus counseling)
- Adaptability to elementary and/or middle school age groups
- Proficiency with student information systems and online documentation; school-provided laptop included
- Prefer in-person availability for optimal collaboration
What you’ll do:
- Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and interpret results for student placement and support plans
- Provide direct counseling services to students
- Participate actively in MTTS, IEP, and 504 meetings, collaborating with educators and families
- Implement interventions and recommend strategies as part of a multidisciplinary approach
- Maintain accurate records and comply with school policies
Enjoy a full-time schedule (37.5 hours/week), Monday through Friday, beginning as soon as possible and tentatively continuing through mid-June. You’ll have access to resources and the support of a collaborative staff dedicated to student success.
Ready to take the next step? Apply today and bring your expertise to a school community that values your skills and supports your professional contributions.
Compensation for this position ranges from $42.02 to $62.02. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement