School Psychologist

Rocky Mountain Prep • Denver, CO

9d • $77,000 - $105,800 • Onsite

About The Position

The School Psychologist plays a critical role in ensuring Rocky Mountain Prep scholars receive the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support they need to thrive. Working in close partnership with school leaders, educators, special education teams, families, and community providers, the School Psychologist leads high-quality psychological evaluations, supports legally compliant and student-centered special education programming, and helps teams design effective interventions based on individual student needs. This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, a deep understanding of IDEA and Section 504, and a commitment to providing equitable, culturally responsive services to students and families.

All Members of the Mental Health Team at Rocky Mountain Prep will:
Advance the social-emotional, behavioral, and mental wellness of students through strengths-based, culturally responsive, and equity-driven practices grounded in a multi-tiered system of support. They proactively design and implement Tier 1, 2, and 3 interventions that promote safety, belonging, and academic access, while responding effectively to crisis and high-impact student needs.

These team members partner closely with families, educators, and community providers to remove barriers to learning, uphold student rights, and ensure compliance with all applicable special education and student services regulations. They use data to inform decisions, coach adults toward best practices, and serve as trusted advocates so that every scholar experiences dignity, connection, and the opportunity to thrive.

Requirements

• Valid NCSP Certification OR current or eligible Colorado Department of Education Special Services Provider (SSP) license with the appropriate School Psychologist endorsement.
• Graduate-level preparation in school psychology from an accredited program.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply IDEA, Section 504, and other applicable federal and state requirements related to special education evaluation and services.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct, interpret, and clearly communicate comprehensive psychological assessments.
• Experience supporting students through evidence-based academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.
• Training or experience with restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to build trusting partnerships with students, families, educators, school leaders, and community providers.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving students and families from historically marginalized communities and to continued growth as an anti-racist and anti-oppressive practitioner.
• Ability to travel independently between RMP campuses throughout the Denver metro area as required by the role.
• Demonstrate Eligibility to Work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a school-based setting.
• Experience supporting multilingual learners.
• Spanish language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, culturally responsive, and legally defensible psychological evaluations to determine student needs and eligibility for Special Education and Section 504 services.
• Administer, score, and interpret cognitive, executive functioning, social-emotional, behavioral, adaptive, and other assessments, translating findings into clear and actionable recommendations.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to develop high-quality IEPs, 504 Plans, interventions, and services that respond to students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• Participate in and contribute to IEP, eligibility, and Manifestation Determination meetings, communicating evaluation results clearly and compassionately with students, families, educators, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with school teams on Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), progress monitoring, and tiered academic, behavioral, and mental health interventions.
• Provide consultation, coaching, classroom observation, and problem-solving support to educators and school leaders to strengthen student supports and inclusive learning environments.
• Support school-based crisis prevention and response, including suicide risk reviews, nonsuicidal self-injury protocols, threat response processes, and network crisis response procedures.
• Build strong partnerships with families and community providers, connecting families with appropriate resources and helping them navigate services that support student well-being and success.
• Contribute to schoolwide and network mental health systems, including social-emotional screening, restorative and trauma-informed practices, and other initiatives that advance equitable outcomes for all scholars.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days
• 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of medical coverage for employee-only plans.
• Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado
• Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally
• Pre-Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level