SY 2026/2027 School Psychologist - Intern

Littleton Elementary School District•Avondale, AZ

About The Position

Within the limits of the Littleton Elementary School District policies, practices and requirements, the psychologist is responsible and has commensurate authority to accomplish the duties set forth. He may delegate portions of this responsibility, but he may not relinquish his overall responsibility of accountability.

Requirements

Solving problems and resolving conflicts
Using computer and related software
Developing and training staff
Managing a budget
Analyzing and interpreting data
Monitoring safety procedures
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor and the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
Current instructional practices
Evaluation, mentoring, and training methods
Arizona State Law and District policies and procedures
Human growth and development
Federal, state and district financial budgeting regulations, processes and procedures
Effective discipline methods
Positive interpersonal skills to interact with staff, parents and community
Knowledge of Special Education requirements and regulations
Valid State of Arizona Driver’s License
Certified by Arizona Department of Education in Psychology

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in psychology
Certified by Arizona State Department of Education as a school psychologist
Three years experience working in an environment with children
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty successfully
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the governing board may find appropriate and acceptable
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Responsibilities

Assesses difficulties of referred students through appropriate testing and diagnostic practices
Helps identify within the school all types of exceptional children
Administers test and recommends placement for exceptional children within the limits of applicable state regulations
Maintains case records on all referred students
Recommends corrective procedures
Makes placements with outside agencies for children whose diagnosed problems would benefit from special programs not offered within
Confers with teachers and parents whenever necessary
Consults on special educational needs of children in all special education programs
Attends or conducts conferences on placement of individual students
Serves as a consultant on mental health topics for instructors in the school health program
Interprets the school psychological services to teachers and parents
Prepares and submits required reports on special education children and programs
Recommends placements in special education classes within the district
Cooperates with personnel of community health and social welfare agencies
Acts as liaison between the school district and special education departments in other school districts
Attends staff, professional and interagency meetings
Assists with in-service training of school personnel
Keeps abreast of new developments and legislation
Performs other duties as may be assigned