Job Description
Job Title: School Psychologist
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19138
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience
Join Green Tree School & Services (GTS), an Approved Private School (APS) providing specialized, full-time out-of-district placements for students with emotional and autism support needs. Our multidisciplinary team, including special education teachers, therapists, and counselors, delivers a holistic approach with evidence-based interventions to support each student’s unique journey. Through individualized instruction, community integration, and programs in art, music, and vocational training, we empower students to reach their full potential.
Why Join Us?
- Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as a School Psychologist:
- Assessment & Intervention – Conduct cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioral evaluations, lead feedback sessions, and contribute to IEP development with meaningful recommendations and student-centered goals.
- Counseling & Crisis Support – Provide individual and group counseling, conduct risk assessments, and support students through crisis intervention and re-entry planning.
- Collaboration & Consultation – Partner with educators, parents, and outside agencies through IEP meetings, Child Study Teams, and multidisciplinary collaboration to support holistic student success.
- Data-Based Decision Making – Use school and student-level data to inform intervention planning, monitor progress, and support a modified MTSS framework as part of the TIERS committee.
- Admissions & Intake – Conduct intake interviews with students and families to support appropriate placement and service planning.
- Professional Development – Participate in ongoing training, receive weekly supervision from certified school psychologists, and stay current on best practices in education and psychology.
- School-Wide SEL Support – Guide classroom-based social emotional learning (SEL) and provide training to staff on strategies that enhance student development.
Required Qualifications:
- Education & Eligibility – Enrolled in a graduate program in school psychology and eligible for internship; preference given to candidates from NASP-approved programs.
- Experience – Minimum of two years in school settings providing assessment, counseling, and/or consultation services; experience in urban schools and culturally responsive practices preferred.
- Regulatory Knowledge – Familiar with federal, state, and local regulations in educational settings, including special education compliance.
- Intervention Expertise – Knowledge of behavior change strategies and evidence-based interventions for students with disabilities.
- Technical Proficiency – Comfortable using Microsoft Office and educational software; experience with computer scoring systems and IEP platforms is preferred.
- Collaboration & Communication – Builds positive relationships with students, staff, families, and external partners; demonstrates ethical practice and cultural competence.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!
Green Tree School and its affiliated schools are proud to be equal opportunity employers, celebrating diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and drug-free environment for both our employees and the students we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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