SENIOR MANAGER, SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY AND ASSESSMENT

** Applications will be received until April 23, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **
 About this job:
 

The Senior Manager of School Psychology and Assessment provides strategic leadership and collaboratively organizes, assesses, and oversees the roles and practices of School Social Workers and School Psychologist within Mental Health and Student Well-Being. 

This leader engages in the following: 1) Provides guidance and direction in school psychology and assessment practices to align  with special education's strategic plan, 2) Ensures operational support for fulfilling District priorities and  IDEA/504 assessment requirements, 3) Engages with departmental staff, principals, school personnel, and community  stakeholders, 4) Hires and supervises  centrally hired School Psychologists in service delivery and practice , and 4) Oversee recruitment and retention strategies for School Psychologists, and 5) Collaboratively oversees mental health practices across all DPS schools and students.

 

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range:  $100,773 - $123,427 Annually. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. 
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits  - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.
• This position is represented by the ADMN employee association (bargaining unit).  Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit. 

 What You'll Do:
 

• Manages the practice domains for every school psychologist and social worker within the Bilingual Special Education Assessment team (SEAS), ensuring operational excellence through performance evaluations, mentoring, and fostering professional development; Handles any concerns that arise
• Responsible for ensuring school psychology best practice in the District, including compliance with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and 504    
• Leads the special education strategic goals work for the department and collaborates with Special Education in supporting assessment teams, program design, process improvement and implementing new programs; leads work on designated special education projects and work groups, includes leadership and coordination of the Brain Steps Team as outlined by the Colorado Department of Education
• Oversees the assessment task force within the department, which involves approving the procurement of assessment materials. Facilitates and delivers professional development opportunities aligned with the goals of the department and division, emphasizing a commitment to social justice principles
• Partners in overseeing departmental operations, budgeting, objectives, programs, and strategic planning, while also analyzing departmental and central team requirements based on available data
• Assists with mental health, behavioral health, and social-emotional learning initiatives, providing support to the Department Leadership Team
• Leads the development and oversight of all coaching and team lead work for the Department of School Social Work and Psychological Services in collaboration with other department leaders/managers
• Holds responsibility as an individual with a Type C license, to sign any necessary agreement with an assessment publisher/product as the responsible party to oversee the utilization and administration of assessments in accordance to punisher requirements including web-based platforms
• Manages the practice domains for every School Psychologist and School Social Worker ensuring operational excellence through performance evaluations, mentoring, and fostering professional development. Handles any