Job Description
Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions organization that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals connect with meaningful new opportunities with the nation's top schools. We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled School Psychologist to support a School District K-12 in delivering high-quality education and services. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working within a collaborative and student-focused environment.
Position Details:
- Position: School Psychologist
- Location: Polk County, OR
- Expected Start Date: 9/2/2025
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
Role Responsibilities:
- Develops collaborative partnerships with special education teams in school buildings.
- Conducts special education evaluations; reviews school files and previous evaluation data; gathers data from student, parents, building staff; interprets evaluation data; summarizes findings in psycho-educational report.
- Meets with school-based sped team(s) to explain evaluation results and determine eligibility.
- Offers on-going evaluation to staff and parents. Stays informed of current research regarding best practices.
- Uses a problem solving framework in providing consultation with building staff regarding student behavior concerns.
- Assists self-contained classrooms and school staff with development of crisis support plans.
- Collaboratively develops student specific intervention plans and provides ongoing follow-up support.
- Serves as a liaison to students, staff, and parents regarding schools and community resources.
Qualifications:
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in School Psychology.
- Licensed by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC);
- Educational Staff Associate (ESA) Certificate
- Proven experience working with diverse student populations and implementing social-emotional interventions.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage effectively with students, families, and school staff.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Access to a variety of school district placements to match your skills and professional goals.
- A streamlined hiring process with dedicated support throughout your placement.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.
Why Apply? If you are passionate about supporting students' social and emotional well-being and meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply today. Join a dedicated team of professionals committed to fostering student success and well-being. Take the next step in your school psychology career with us!