School Psychologist - Intern (2026-27) at Colonial School District in New Castle, DE

Job description

You belong in the Power of WE! Excellent school psychologists make excellent schools. That's why we are relentless about hiring top educators who can provide high-quality support and build authentic, caring relationships with students. Position: School Psychologist - Intern Assigned to: Student Services Division Location: to be determined State Date: 2026-2027 School Year Reports to: Principal/Director of Student Services Compensation: Stipend $32,000 for the 2026-2027 school year Work Year: 10 months POSITION GOAL : To promote the learning, behavior, and mental health of all students and uphold the district's mission of providing equitable opportunities and access to high-quality educational experiences for each student. Through adherence to the NASP practice model, a school psychologist in Colonial School District will provide assessment, support, and intervention services to students; partner with families, teachers, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments; work with school administrators to improve school-wide policies; and collaborate with community providers to coordinate services for students. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required: Applicant must meet State of Delaware certification requirements for School Psychologist Proficient in technology, including use of Q-Interactive Demonstrates sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups Demonstrates understanding of and ability to perform job-related tasks Regular attendance is an essential function of the position Acceptable Criminal Background Report and no entries on Child Abuse Registry in the State of Delaware. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities related to the District. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prepares and submits required reports within designated timelines. Participates in interdisciplinary team and Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings. Develops FBAs/BIPs and assists in creation of IEPs for special education students. Participates in all relevant professional development activities. Promotes positive behavior and mental health. Provides direct support and interventions to students, consults with teachers, families, and other school-employed mental health professionals. Supports diverse student needs by appropriately planning individualized education programs for students with disabilities. Provides culturally responsive services to students and families from diverse backgrounds. Monitors individual student progress in academics and behavior through data collection and analysis. Takes leadership role in the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework within assigned building(s). Complies with Federal, State, and Local Regulations and Policies. Utilizes all available resources/materials (i.e. Employee Handbook, District website, Collaborative Agreement, Professional Code of Conduct, Administrative Procedures, school district board policies, etc.) to complete required paperwork, maintain professionalism, and to avoid potential violations/noncompliance. Keeps certificate current and active by monitoring statues, including clock hours, on the DEEDS website. Performs other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. This j