Job Details
Job ID: 5341013
Job Description
For the 2025-26 school year
Full time position
Posting Period: Open until filled
Fair Labor Standards Act Status:Exempt
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Qualifications:
Valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certificate for the role of School Psychologist
Master's degree, Education Specialist, or Doctorate in School Psychology or equivalent from an accredited college of higher learning
Knowledge of varied models and ability to apply methods of assessment and data collection
Knowledge of varied models and ability to apply strategies of consultation, collaboration, and communication applicable to students, parents, staff, & community agencies
Knowledge of biological, cultural, and social influences on academic skills; learning, cognitive, and developmental processes; evidence-based curricula and instructional strategies
Knowledge of biological, cultural, developmental, and social influences on behavior and mental health; and evidence-based strategies to promote social-emotional functioning
Knowledge of school and systems structure, organization, and theory; basic and special education
Knowledge of principles and research related to resilience and risk factors in learning and mental health, and ability to apply services in schools and communities to support multi-tiered prevention (Response to Intervention, Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports, Restorative Practices)
Energy and enthusiasm in working with students with disabilities
Knowledge in, or willingness to learn and use instructional technology, web-based special education programs/systems, scoring software
Knowledge and understanding of the impact of second language development on the evaluation process
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must provide own transportation
Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning and instructional tool
Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives
Essential Functions:
Leads or co-facilitates school problem-solving teams
Establishes collaborative culture to promote a positive teaching and learning environment
Provides psychological and counseling services to students with differing abilities
Conducts comprehensive evaluations of students referred to the multi-disciplinary team
Uses assessment data about the student(s) and their environment in developing positive behavior interventions and supports
Develop and plan interventions with teachers for students to support the teaching-learning process
Provides consultation to parents, teachers, other school personnel, and community agencies, as appropriate, to enhance the learning and adjustment of students
Assists in the planning, development, and evaluation of services to meet the needs of students
Actively engage students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities
Works in a flexible and cooperative manner to advocate for students
Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
Serves as a positive role model for students and staff, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students and staff
Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Comprehensive Professional Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Other duties as assigned
Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate and acceptable.
SOC Code:
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: $64,498 - $121,573 (includes Base & TRI enrichment; commensurate upon FTE, degree, credits and experience). Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Additional Compensation: Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary range such as, but not limited to TRI professional learning, extended year days, extra appendix E supplemental days and professional development reimbursement. Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found in the VEA CBA (https://vansd.org/human-resources/collective-bargaining-agreements/) . Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Includes paid time off, sick, personal, religious, military and bereavement leave.
Sick Leave: 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).
Personal Leave: 3 days per school year
Detailed information, including accrual criteria can be found in the VEA CBA (https://vansd.org/human-resources/collective-bargaining-agreements/) .
Position Type: Day Shift
Job Categories:
Special Education, Physical Therapist
Student Services, Physical Therapist
Salary: $64,498.00 to $121,573.00 Per Year
