T26/27 SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST (STUDENT SERVICES)
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Arlington Public Schools
Arlington, VA, US
Summary
The role involves utilizing psychological instruments and providing counseling and program planning for Pre-K through 12 students. The psychologist must collaborate with staff and parents from diverse backgrounds while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
Job Description
Qualifications:
- Must have or be eligible for Virginia licensure.
- Licensure as a school psychologist.
- Knowledge of Special Education laws of Virginia.
- Bilingual preferred.
- Dual endorsement in English as a Second Language and/or Special Education, or in any other content area, is preferred but not required.
Experience:
- Experience working as a School Psychologist.
- Experience working directly with students Pre-K -- 12.
- Counseling experience.
- Experience with program planning for students and families.
Responsibilities:
- Extensive knowledge of psychological instruments.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with a multi-ethnic population.
- Must have effective writing skills.
- Good knowledge of Office of Student Services functions.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
- Ability to meet monitor and meet deadlines.
- Technology skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point).
- Ability to work effectively with staff and parents from various cultural backgrounds.
- Knowledge of the resources and programs of the Arlington Public Schools and the local community.
- Knowledge of state and federal laws (e.g., IDEA, Section 504).
Salary:
- Salary will be based on the FY2026-27 salary schedule - $64,637 - $144,723
Please Note: Arlington Public Schools receives a high volume of applications for many positions. As a result, only candidates who are identified as meeting the qualifications and whose experience and skills best align with the needs of the school, department, or office may be contacted for an interview. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or individual contact regarding the status of an application.
Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.”
Arlington Public Schools instills a love of learning in its students and prepares them to be responsible and productive global citizens. APS is a diverse and inclusive school community, committed to academic excellence and integrity. We provide instruction in a caring, safe and healthy learning environment, responsive to each student, in collaboration with families and the community.
Arlington Public Schools serves the citizens of Arlington, Virginia’s geographically smallest county, located across the Potomac River from the District of Columbia. APS educates one of the nation’s most diverse and sophisticated student populations – our more than 28,000 students come from around the world and speak more than 90 different languages. We operate more than 40 schools and programs. We serve our students with a range of programs designed to meet individual student needs.
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Primary and Secondary Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Arlington, Virginia
Arlington Public Schools instills a love of learning in its students and prepares them to be responsible and productive global citizens. APS is a diverse and inclusive school community, committed to academic excellence and integrity. We provide instruction in a caring, safe and healthy learning environment, responsive to each student, in collaboration with families and the community.
Arlington Public Schools serves the citizens of Arlington, Virginia’s geographically smallest county, located across the Potomac River from the District of Columbia. APS educates one of the nation’s most diverse and sophisticated student populations – our more than 28,000 students come from around the world and speak more than 90 different languages. We operate more than 40 schools and programs. We serve our students with a range of programs designed to meet individual student needs.
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Primary and Secondary Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Arlington, Virginia