School Psychologist - Hockessin, Delaware

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a vital role supporting students as an onsite school psychologist at a vibrant elementary setting near Hockessin, DE. Make a meaningful impact on young learners’ emotional, social, and academic journeys through dedicated, hands-on engagement within a collaborative school community. This full-time, contract opportunity runs through early June 2027, offering a supportive environment where your skills will truly matter.

Qualifications & Qualities Sought:

• Valid School Psychologist certification (state-appropriate)
• Experience conducting assessments, developing intervention plans, and counseling students preferred
• Strong knowledge of IEP and 504 processes
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Fingerprinting required ($85 CBC fingerprinting fee applies)
• TB test and Child Protective Registry Check completion required
• Comfort working full-time onsite during school hours

Core Accountabilities:

• Provide comprehensive psychoeducational assessments and supportive counseling
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and monitor student intervention strategies
• Participate actively in special education eligibility, review, and planning meetings
• Offer crisis intervention and consult on behavioral supports as needed
• Maintain compliance with all district and state reporting and documentation
• Help foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all students

Key Details:

• Contract through June 8, 2027
• Full-time schedule, Monday-Friday, 35 hours weekly (30-minute unpaid lunch daily)
• Onsite presence required at the elementary school
• All candidates must complete a district contractor packet before starting; packet turnaround is up to 5 business days post-submission

Now is your chance to bring your expertise where it can make a real difference. If you’re ready to nurture student growth and partner with a caring educational staff, we encourage you to take the next step and apply today!

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