School Psychologist | Newark, New Jersey

Job Description

Job Description

Make a positive impact supporting high school students’ academic and personal success in a contract opportunity for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position is located near Newark, NJ, and offers the chance to collaborate with a dedicated team of educators and professionals in a dynamic educational environment.

If you are passionate about helping students thrive, you’ll provide vital school psychology services for a caseload of approximately 35-45 high schoolers. From conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations to counseling and supporting IEP teams, your expertise will help shape effective supports and student well-being.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid New Jersey School Psychologist certification (required)
• Experience conducting psychological assessments in educational settings
• Strong understanding of IEP processes and ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to connect effectively with high school-aged students, staff, and families
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous school-based psychology experience preferred

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver psychological evaluations and assessments for students, interpreting data to inform educational programming
• Provide individual and group counseling as part of students’ IEPs
• Consult regularly with teachers, administrators, and families to foster a supportive, inclusive school culture
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings, offering input on student needs and appropriate supports
• Maintain well-organized records and ensure timely completion of reports and required documentation

This contract runs from September 2, 2026, through June 18, 2027, with standard hours of approximately 7:55am - 2:31pm for about 32.5 hours per week. Interviews will be conducted virtually.

Take the next step to advance your school psychology career and make a meaningful difference in students’ lives. Apply today to connect and get more details about this engaging opportunity!

Compensation for this position ranges from $38.50 to $70.00. 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.

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