School Psychologist at Verano Learning Partners in Goodyear, AZ

Position Summary:

The School Psychologist works in collaboration with students, parents, teachers, and school administrators to support student academic achievement, social/emotional functioning, and the special education evaluation and eligibility process, whenever applicable.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Completes psycho-educational evaluations and re-evaluations as part of a multidisciplinary team evaluation and facilitate associated meetings
• Completes evaluations within the appropriate timelines
• Uses a variety of appropriate instruments/strategies to assess student abilities: intellectual, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral assessments for special education eligibility or 504 accommodations
• Score, analyze and interpret intellectual, academic, social/emotional/behavioral and other psychometric assessments.
• Consult with teachers, administrators, parents, and intervention teams to identify needs and tailor strategies
• Participate in MET, IEP, crisis teams; act as liaison with community agencies to support student needs
• Maintain professional credentials, follow ethical codes
• Collaborates with their supervisor weekly to review student cases, protocols and procedures

Company-wide skills, abilities and expectations:

• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• This position requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Work requires attention to detail in such things as composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Excellent initiative, ability to learn quickly and work independently.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to ensure excellent client service and expedient business processing.

Specific Job Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, staff and the general public
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor during contentious situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to motivate students and parents toward achieving good academic standing, career choices, and post high school endeavors.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent phone etiquette
• Organizational skills, including ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Analytical, reasoning, and problem solving skills
• Ability to keep and maintain accurate and detailed reports and records
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
• Ability to type 45 wpm
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education/Training:

• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) fingerprint card
• Valid Arizona Standard School Psychologist, Prekindergarten – 12 Certificate
• Completion of a Graduate degree in School Psychology

At least 5 years’ experience in a School Psychologist position preferred

Environmental Conditions: Usual office setting. Travel within the state of Arizona may be required.

Perks, Benefits & Culture You’ll Love:

Unplug for the HolidaysA fully paid holiday week off at Christmas—because rest isn’t a luxury, it’s essential.

Culture That Celebrates YouChampion spotlights, legendary milestone awards at 10, 15, and 20 years, and community service hours that let you give back with heart.

Open, Honest & HumanQuarterly Town Halls keep our communication transparent—and real.

Vibes & Good TimesThink team cookouts, fun treats, and social events that actually make you want to show up.

Solid Benefits, Real SupportMedical, dental, vision, Unlimited PTO, and voluntary benefits—we take care of the people who make the magic happen.

Your Voice MattersWe’re constantly evolving, and that includes how we support, celebrate, and invest in our people.

Additional Info:

We welcome all qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States. At this time, we are unable to sponsor visas.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide consideration to all applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or disability protected by law.