Substitute School Psychologist - Hybrid (2026/27 School Year - Temecula/San Diego area)

NECESSARY MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION:
-Letter of Introduction
- Resume (Full Work History)
- Letters of Recommendation: Three (3) current (dated within the last 3 years), professional letters (at least one from a direct supervisor)
- Copy of Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all college/university transcripts
- Credential Copy: Credential Copy (Proof of valid, current, and appropriate California teaching credential as a PDF print out from CTC (copy should reflect dates of issuance and expiration)
- English Learner Authorization (If not embedded in credential, provide a copy of CLAD, CTEL or equivalent) if applicable
- A Redacted Psychoeducational Report

Please note: All required documents must be submitted at the time of application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed.

Substitute School Psychologist 

Job Description

  

Reports To:        Special Education Program Specialist (or designee) 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

School Classification: Certificated 

Pay Schedule: Range 13 ($98,971 - $114,681) 

Work Schedule: Based on Assignment

Location: Onsite and Remote Office (Hybrid)

 

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Special Education Program Specialist or designee, the school psychologist performs a variety of professional activities involved in the consultation, eligibility, services, and assessments of students, conducts psycho-educational assessments, participates in the planning, development and implementation of individualized education programs (IEP), behavior plans, and educational goals and services; participates in IEP meetings,, SST meetings, and provides direct and indirect counseling services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Specific responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following:

1. Completes assessment plans, thorough initial evaluations, additional assessments, reevaluations, and Engagement Determinations in alignment with state and federal guidelines as well as department guidelines, and develops legally compliant IEPs and assessment reports
2. Observes and interviews students and conducts thorough social/emotional assessments; administers and interprets results of psychological assessment tests; writes detailed and individualized reports concerning observations and assessments; provides input in the formation of educational, development, and remediation plans and strategies for various disabilities, disorders, and other student needs
3. Performs a variety of professional activities involved in the observation, assessment, and treatment of mental health issues within the student population
4. Conducts Functional Behavior Assessment/Special Circumstance Instructional Assistance Assessment (FBA’s/SCIA’s), including SCIA reviews and develops and monitors the integrity of behavior intervention plans/independence plans for special education students; assists in the development of behavior supports for regular education students.
5. Attends and participates in IEP, early intervention/pre-referral meetings and other assigned meetings and conferences; collaborates with staff and administrators in the formulation, development, and implementation of IEPs, behavior plans and related services, and goals and objectives
6. Provides counseling to students individually and/or small groups using a variety of data gathering and therapy techniques to monitor progress
7. Assists with the transition of students with special education services between elementary, middle, high school, and the Adult Transition Program.
8. Consults and works collaboratively with all school personnel, parents, and other agencies. 
9. Develops, implements, and conducts in-service training sessions for parents and staff as requested.

• Conducts suicide risk and threat assessments for students as needed

1. Documents all correspondence and maintains up-to-date records of relevant data and documentation.
2. Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with all other school personnel and parents while maintaining confidentiality at all times
3. Participates in SST meetings 
4. Abilities to service students in a public location and/or in-home 

 

Other Duties:

1. Responds to all school related communication within 24 business hours
2. Documents and refers to the school’s management all formal disciplinary actions involving students; supporting management with addressing and resolving complaints from students and parents in a timely manner; ensur