School Psychologist/School Social Worker Affective Needs Programming-Part Time

To drive our mission, 27J Schools employs over 2,000 team members in a variety of professions including educators, administrators, secretaries, accountants, software engineers, programmers, custodians, student support assistants, and more. In facilities & operations, we have opportunities for HVAC techs, groundskeepers, electricians, construction managers, school safety personnel, planners, and maintenance. Located in the Denver metro area, 27J is close to the city, DEN airport, Boulder, and all the best Colorado has to offer. We empower students in Brighton, Commerce City, and Thornton. School Psychologist/School Social Worker Affective Needs Programming – Part Time JobID: 10361 Position Type: Special Education Date Posted: 5/21/2026 Location: District Wide Date Available: August 2026 Closing Date: 06/04/2026 27J Schools is seeking a school psychologist/school social worker to serve as a halftime (.5) Affective Needs (AN) Mental Health Provider. The school psychologist/school social worker supports elementary and middle school students with significant social-emotional and behavioral challenges. Students receive individualized academic instruction, mental health support, and embedded social-emotional learning in a highly structured environment. The program emphasizes skill-building, restorative practices, and family collaboration to help students access learning and transition to less restrictive settings. Responsibilities Conduct developmental, psychological, and behavioral assessments to inform individualized intervention plans and IEPs across early childhood and elementary/middle school settings. Provide direct support in social-emotional learning, mental health interventions, functional communication, and behavior strategies tailored to each age group. Develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and provide coaching to staff on consistent implementation of supports. Facilitate collaborative problem‑solving with teachers, related service providers, families, and mental health professionals to support student growth and skill generalization. Utilize play‑based, relationship‑centered interventions for early childhood students and structured approaches for elementary/middle school students. Support transitions, inclusion opportunities, and generalization of skills across classroom and school settings. Provide family coaching and consultation to reinforce skill development at home. Lead or support professional development for staff on social-emotional learning, mental health strategies, and behavior interventions. Qualifications Master's or Specialist degree (Ed.S., Ph.D., or Psy.D.) in School Psychology from an accredited program. Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) School Psychologist license or eligibility to obtain. Experience supporting early childhood students and elementary/middle school students with significant social-emotional and behavioral needs. Strong knowledge of early childhood development, trauma‑informed practices, social-emotional learning, and positive behavior supports. Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and engage in problem‑solving to support student success. #J-18808-Ljbffr