Psychologist SY2026-27 (NBOE)

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Newark, DE - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 72250 - 114750
Posted on: 10 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


  • Position Type:
    Instructional - Other Titles/Psychologist

  • Date Posted:
    11/26/2025

  • Location:
    Early Childhood -439

  • NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
    HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
    765 BROAD STREET NEWARK NEW JERSEY 07102
    ROGER LEÓN SUPERINTENDENT

    Psychologist
    Office of Early Childhood Education
    (Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

    TheSuperintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position ofPsychologistwithin theOffice of Early Childhood Education.



    The School Psychologist will serve as a member of the Preschool Intervention and Referral Team (PIRT) and will be concerned with the identification evaluation classification program planning and monitoring for children identified as eligible for Early Intervention School Psychologist evaluates students to assess cognitive social/adaptive behavior and emotional development and factors that impede or enhance progress within the general education curriculum and program. The school psychologist makes recommendations for modifications and accommodations that would enable early childhood education students to increase participation and progress within the general education curriculum and program. The school psychologist also acts as a consultant to promote good mental health practices.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
    1. An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligible for an Emergency certificate as deemed necessary by
    2. Masters degree from an accredited college of university.
    3. New Jersey Standard School Psychologist Certificate.
    4. Evidence of successful completion of an approved internship.

    BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Evaluates identified students using standardized and functional assessments in order to determine cognitive behavioral adaptive and social-emotional functioning and appropriate strategies.
    2. Generates a written professionally-typed report of the evaluation using the mandated OEC form that must include:
      1. Educational social-developmental behavioral background
      2. Relevant interviews
      3. Observations in testing and non-testing environments
      4. Assessment procedures utilized
      5. Discussion and interpretation of test findings
      6. Summary statements of educational impact
    1. Actively participates in PIRT meetings to determine the need for eligibility programs and the development of an Individualized Educational Program (IEP).
    1. Act as a consultant to school staff students and family to assist in the dissemination of information and program planning.
    1. Act as a liaison between the Office of Early Childhood Education school administrators and outside agencies.
    1. Monitors the progress of students whom s/he manages.
    1. Maintains case records and files according to OEC department procedures.
    1. Maintains and reports at required intervals accurate data related to productivity and case responsibilities.
    1. Performs additional or alternative duties which are within the scope of employment and certification as may be assigned by the Director of OEC.
    1. Performs other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by appropriate supervisors.

    KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
    1. Knowledgeable about and adheres to the State and Federal regulations and established departmental procedures.
    2. Demonstrates a professional demeanor and foster positive relations with other PIRT staff teachers students parents and administrators.
    3. Proficient with computer technology.
    4. Demonstrates efficient time-management skills.

    REPORTS TO: Office of Early Childhood

    SALARY EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
    1. Salary: $72250 - $114750
    2. Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
    3. Union Affiliation: Newark Teachers Union (NTU)
    Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details please go to
    HOW TO APPLY
    Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

    NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER




Position Type:Instructional - Other Titles/PsychologistDate Posted:11/26/2025Location:Early Childhood -439NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES 765 BROAD STREET NEWARK NEW JERSEY 07102 ROGER LEÓN SUPERINTENDENT Psychologist Office of Early Childhood Education (Pending availability of f...
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Key Skills

  • EMR Systems
  • Presentation Skills
  • Developmental Disabilities Experience
  • Data Collection
  • Intake Experience
  • Primary Care Experience
  • Autism Experience
  • Research Experience
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Psychotherapy
  • PTSD Care
  • Addiction Counseling

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