049-2026: School Psychologist (anticipated open to public)

Washougal Sch Dist 112-6•Washougal, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Washougal School District, we are guided by our 2026-2031 Strategic Plan to grow, enrich, and inspire the future. Our mission is to work together to develop responsible, collaborative, continuous learners who positively impact their community. We are seeking highly qualified educators and staff who value inclusive classrooms and are responsive to the needs of all students and families. We celebrate the diversity of our community and invite candidates from all backgrounds to join us in this work.

Requirements

WA state Educational Staff Associate (ESA) Certificate with a School Psychologist endorsement
Masters degree in developmental and/or educational/school psychology
Ability to work independently.
Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable board policies and district and legal requirements.
Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.
Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
WSP/FBI Background Clearance

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment.
Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices
Knowledge of and skills in administering, scoring and interpreting academic and behavior assessments, including Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs)
Knowledge and understanding of child development and disability
Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth
Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
Skills with computers, including a broad range of assistive technology resources.

Responsibilities

Assess students’ intellectual and functional levels.
Develop behavior plans.
Provide information on child development issues to school personnel and parents.
Collaborate with community agencies regarding individual student plans.
Provide recommendations for program development and student placement.
Assesses students’ functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment for the purpose of determining student’s functional level and developing recommendations and/or placement.
Communicates with students and/or parents, with teachers and/or other personnel for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts.
Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
Coordinates with community agencies including medical, judicial, social services and mental health services for the purpose of determining appropriate treatments, etc. to meet the needs of specific students.
Counsels students, parents and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
Facilitates meetings, processes, etc. for the purpose of meeting curriculum guidelines and/or ensuring that state mandates are achieved.
Implements school-wide program development and program evaluation (e.g. crisis intervention services, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring effective programs to assist children who experience physical, mental, social, or emotional difficulties.
Intervenes in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students for the purpose of assisting students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
Manages assigned special grants and/or projects (e.g. budget, reports, goals, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that specifications are achieved.
Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned, for the purpose of accomplishing the objective of the position and for professional growth.
Performs other related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
Prepares a wide variety of written materials for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students’ functional goals.