School Psychologist - 1.0 FTE; Temporary Contract for the remainder of the 2025/26 School Year

Encinitas Union Elementary•Encinitas, CA

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About The Position

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST FUNCTION: Responsible for coordinating and providing psychological assessment, consultation, and support services to meet the needs of students through goals, objectives, and related student competencies. The Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) is seeking a School Psychologist - 1.0 FTE; Temporary Contract for the remainder of the 2025/26 School Year. The School Psychologist will be joining a site team at La Costa Heights Elementary School that includes other Special Education team members in addition to a full-time MTSS ToSA, and full-time SEL Teacher. EUSD is located in North San Diego County along the coast. It serves nine (9) Kindergarten through sixth grade schools, and one (1) pre-school for students with special needs. District's Vision: Encinitas Union School District ignites the limitless potential of all learners. District's Values: Joy -Through an intentional focus on the whole person, we create joyful learning environments for everyone. Belonging - We ensure everyone feels valued, affirmed and celebrated. Integrity - We practice honesty, transparency, and vulnerability to cultivate trust. Service - We use our skills and resources to positively impact the environment and the lives of others. Innovation - We are curious, creative and resourceful in pursuit of novel solutions to complex problems.

Requirements

Credential: General Pupil Personnel Services Credential with the authorization to serve as a psychologist; or a Standard Designated Services Credential in Pupil Personnel Services with an authorization in psychology
Education: Master's Degree including all courses necessary to meet credential requirements
Other: Above-average recommendations from supervisors or other professionals who have observed the personal characteristics, scholastic attainment, and performance of the individual.
Possess mature judgment and ability to exercise individual initiative.
Ability to demonstrate empathy with parents and students.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with the public, Administration, students, teachers and fellow employees.
Adhere to the professional standards and Code of Ethics of the California Association of School Psychologists.
Letter of Introduction
Resume
3 Current Letters of Recommendation (within one year)
Valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Psychology

Responsibilities

Participates as a member/consultant to site School Appraisal Team and Individual Education Program teams in order to assist in determining and implementing educational and behavioral goals and objectives for students with special needs
Coordinates the activities of the site School Appraisal Team
Assesses students to help determine intellectual potential, learning styles/patterns, and identifies possible disabilities that may interfere with the learning process
Provides activities that will assist students in developing personal/social, adaptive, and career behaviors
Consults with teachers, specialists, parents, and agencies in planning educational/behavioral strategies that will provide successes for individual students
Inservices teachers, staff, and parents on appropriate student-related topics that will enhance the educational behavioral, and psychological development of students
Improves professional skills and acquires new competencies necessary to complete department goals by attending professional conferences and training sessions annually
Serves on professional, school and/or District committees for the purpose of developing and expanding educational and psychological services to children