Title: Special Education School Psychologist (1.0 FTE) 

 

Position Summary: 

The School Psychologist’s primary role is as a diagnostician on the special 
education evaluation team. Additionally, this individual works with schools
at all levels within district to provide input for interventions, both
school-wide as well as student specific. Participation with functional
behavior assessments and behavior planning is also included in this role.

 

Qualifications: 

• Able to meet the requirements for School Psychologist as defined by the Michigan Department of Education.
• Required to have a physical presence at the designated job site each scheduled workday with reliable job attendance.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with administration of a variety of current criterion referenced and curriculum-based assessments and scales used to evaluate students.
• Ability to practice in accordance with the National Association of School Psychologist’s Principles for Professional Ethics, and Professional Conduct Manual.
• Desired Characteristics:
• Ability to work with various personality types and staff members with varying levels of knowledge relating to specific interventions.
• Ability to prioritize through planning and organizing to ensure strict compliance deadlines while maintaining the ability to be flexible based on individual student and situational needs.
• Demonstrate independent work habits while maintaining consistent communication with school staff and Supervisors.
• Student-focused mindset with goals to increase student achievement.
• Knowledge of positive behavior supports, FBAs and BIPs.
• Knowledge of Multi-Tier Systems of Support.
• Duties: 
• Provide School Psychological services to any pupil as outlined in Special Education Rules and Regulations.
• Collaborate with staff in planning educational intervention, curriculum, behavior management, and teaching strategies.
• Provide psychological evaluation for pupils referred as candidates for special education programs and provide comprehensive and accurate reports to appropriate educational authority.
• Complete systematic direct observation of students as required.
• Administer tests, including intelligence, achievement, adaptive behavior, perceptual-motor, etc.
• Interpret and analyze psychological data for professionals, parents, students, and other appropriate stakeholders.
• Provide own transportation between assigned buildings and transport psychological assessment materials to required locations.
• Collaborate in program planning and evaluation services for student-focused decision-making purposes.
• Other duties as assigned by Eastern Service Area Director.

Salary: Range based on experience 

 

Reports to: Eastern Service Area Director

 

APPLICATION:

• Qualified candidates must complete the online application at:  www.g-aschools.org
• This notice is posted January 6, 2026 and shall remain posted until filled.

Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer.