School Psychologist - Practicum - Fall 2026

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Job Posting Title:

School Psychologist - Practicum - Fall 2026

    

Job Description:

This position will provide student teachers the opportunity to develop and hone their skills in classroom management, professionalism, planning, assessment, and instruction in collaboration with a mentor teacher. Through this position, student teachers will will gain a foundation and the preparation to fulfill the responsibilities of a being a successful and collaborative educator.

    

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

With the support of a mentor teacher and based on a gradual release model in which student teachers will gradually take co-ownership of the classroom, student teachers will be responsible for the following:

• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing a positive culture and climate in order to develop relationships with students that foster growth and student development both emotionally and academically

• Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct including following all laws, district policies and school procedures and expectations

• Plan, prepare, and deliver differentiated instructional activities in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential

• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development and prepare required reports on students and activities based on informal and formal assessments

• Utilize and integrate technology to provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities

• Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration with students, staff, supervisors, and parents/guardians

    

Responsibilities:

    

Certifications:

    

Education:

    

Skills:

Position Type:

Student Teacher

    

Primary Location:

Variable Location Employee - SPED

    

One Year Only (Yes or No):

Yes

 

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

0

 

FTE:

0.00

    

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

185 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position.  Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position.  Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

   

Minimum Hire Rate:

$0.00 USD Hourly

   

Maximum Hire Rate:

$10.00 USD Hourly

   

Full Salary Range:

$0.00 USD - $20.00 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

   

Benefits:

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

Time Off Plans:

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

July 13, 2026