School Psychologist | Elkhart, Indiana

Job Description

Job Description

Embark on a rewarding opportunity to make an impact in a supportive Pre-K environment as a School Psychologist. This contract position is designed for a professional eager to provide hands-on, in-person services to young learners, focusing primarily on Pre-K students’ successful transition into the school setting. The assignment is scheduled from August 14, 2026, through June 4, 2027, with a typical schedule of 35 hours per week and the possibility for occasional additional hours as needed.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver First Step Transition behavioral intervention services to Pre-K students, fostering school readiness, social-emotional skills, and positive classroom behaviors.
• Oversee and implement the First Step Transition program: provide behavioral coaching, teacher consultation, progress monitoring, and collaborate closely with families.
• Facilitate early behavioral interventions and offer crucial support as children enter the school environment for the first time.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team during two-day evaluations, collaborating with professionals such as occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and autism consultants.
• Support classroom teachers and caregivers through evidence-based consultations and engagement.
• Manage a caseload of roughly 70 students, working within a specialized preschool setting that serves children with a variety of needs.
• Participate in preschool evaluations to identify needs and establish intervention plans for new students.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current credentials as a School Psychologist.
• Experience working in early childhood or preschool settings, especially with students with special needs and abilities.
• Strong behavioral intervention background and familiarity with early childhood transition programs preferred.
• Comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and engaging families in behavioral planning and interventions.
• Commitment to on-site work; remote/virtual assignments are not available for this role.

Take the next step in your career by helping young learners thrive as they begin their school journey. Submit your application today!

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