Tumwater - School Psychologist 25-26

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue • Tumwater, Washington  98512
360-709-7020

School Psychologist
Special Services
1.0  FTE
Continuing
2025-26 School Year
Salary: $61,910.00 - $110,194.00 (24/25 Salary Schedule)
Benefit Information 

This position will remain open until filled. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:  ESA certification at initial or continuing level in school psychology; participation in a supervised practice in both counseling and school psychology, Criminal justice fingerprint clearance.

Based on collective bargaining between the Tumwater Education Association and Tumwater School District, the District will grant relevant experience for placement on the salary schedule, pending experience verifications. This experience includes private and public sector experience outside of education, in accordance with WAC 392-121-264 (f)I.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct psychological assessments, which include summative and formative analyses 
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of developmental stages of children, including appropriate learning activities, behavioral expectations and transition planning
• Case manage evaluations/re-evaluations so that recommendations can drive appropriate goal writing
• Consult with parents and private and public practitioners regarding assessment findings and students' progress
• Work constructively with team members, special education teachers, principals, and other staff specialists
• Assist teams with designing and implementing learning programs, including but not limited to, positive/aversive behavior plans, transition planning and social/emotional planning
• Demonstrate awareness of current psychological techniques, test instruments assessment procedures, and learning materials
• Knowledge of state and federal rules affecting students with disabilities
• Assist with the development of specific instructional strategies or programs for students in need of special assistance within the classroom
• Provide counseling/consultation for individuals and groups, students, and parents
• Willingness to benefit from the supervision and evaluation program, participate in self-improvement plans, and to update professional growth
• Working knowledge of the Response to Intervention/Multi-Tiered Systems of Support model and data driven decision making
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Willing to be trained in restraint and isolation practices

DESIRED BACKGROUND/SKILLS:

• Familiarity with general areas of elementary and secondary curriculum and school organization
• Experience using principles of behavior modification, conducting test administrations and interpretation
• Knowledge of and/or experience related to State-mandated skills and testing
• Familiarity with federal and state laws regarding education for the handicapped
• Experience working with children of various handicapping conditions, designing appropriate school programs, and developing strategies for program modification
• Experience working with positive behavior intervention and/or de-escalation/restraint training
• Familiarity with Social Emotional Learning and Trauma Informed Practices 

PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR COMPLETE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups.  The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator: Meagan Dawson, 360-709-7030, meagan.dawson@tumwater.k12.wa.us. Address: 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.  Title IX Coordinator:  Wendy Bromley, wendy.bromley@tumwater.k12.wa.us. Address: 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.