POSITION: School PsychologistIntern

BUILDING: Carlisle Area School District

REQUIREMENTS: PASchool Psychologist Certification; Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Certification; Act 34 Criminal Clearance; Act 151 Child Line Clearance; Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting Security Clearances; Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release and SafeSchools Training

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated School Psychologist Intern to join our team on a full-time basis. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a diverse educational setting working alongside certified psychologists and other various education professionals. The intern will assist in providing school based psychoeducational evaluations to students collaborating with child study teams (CST) all while gaining experience in a school-based setting and adhering to ethical guidelines and professional standards.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with school psychologists in conducting psychoeducational
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with FERPA regulations.
• Attend team meetings case consultations and training sessions as required
• Engage in continuous professional development through supervision and training opportunities.
• Support administrative tasks as needed including scheduling assessments and managing stakeholder communications.
• Observe and learn from certified experienced school-based professionals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be in a School Psychologist program and provide a letter from the college or university indicting eligibility.
• Completion of coursework in psychological assessment counseling techniques and ethics.
• Knowledge and basic understanding of IDEA Exceptional Childrens Education Act and other relevant pieces of legislation.
• Knowledge of current psychological techniques including the administration and interpretation of various assessment tools
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice and professional development.
• Evidence of organization planning and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with electronic health record systems is a plus.
• Must be able to pass a background check and adhere to all legal and ethical standards in the field of psychology.
• Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code) Nonresidents and Pennsylvania residents who have not resided in the Commonwealth for at least two years prior to the date of application for employment are required to obtain an FBI Criminal History Record
• Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994
• Submission of the Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form as required under Act 24 of 2011
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to reach above and below the waist; ability to use fingers to pick feel and grasp objects; ability to use both hands for repetitive motion; some bending stooping and twisting of the body required ability to lift and/or carry supplies and/or papers weighing no more than 30 lbs.; ability to mostly sit with some standing or walking/moving throughout the work environment

SENSORY ABILITIES: Visual acuity

Auditory acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Typical school environment

Subject to inside environmental conditions

Community settings including work environments job sites etc.

TEMPERAMENT: Must be cooperative and congenial

Must demonstrate professionalism and reliability

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions

COGNITIVE ABILITY:

• Ability to analyze and interpret psychological educational and behavioral data
• Ability to apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills in clinical and school-based settings
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
• Ability to make sound ethical decisions based on professional standards
• Ability to plan organize and follow through on assigned responsibilities
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and respond appropriately in dynamic environments

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills for reports documentation and collaboration
• Maintains strict confidentiality and handles sensitive information in compliance with legal and ethical standards
• Proficient in basic technology including Microsoft Office and data management systems
• Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and within established timelines
• Ability to work both independently and under supervision
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff and families
• Demonstrates professional documentation skills including clear and concise report writing

BENEFITS

• There is a stipend of $25000 for the 2026-2027 school year full-time internship if enrolled through the PHEAA - PAHelps Grant

AVAILABLE: 2026-2027 School Year

CONTACT: Mrs. Michelle Sarokon

HR Coordinator

540 W. North St.

Carlisle PA 17013

The Carlisle Area School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will notdiscriminate on the basis of race color age creed religion gender gender-identity sexual orientation ancestry national origin marital status pregnancy disability or any other status protected by law in its activities programs or employment practices as required by Title VITitle IX and Section 504.

No person shall on the grounds of race color age creed religion gender gender-identity sexual orientation ancestry national origin marital status pregnancy disability or any other status protected by law be excluded from participation in or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Discrimination on the basis of sex or religion is also prohibited in some federal programs.

For information regarding civil rights or grievances procedures services activities andfacilities that are assessable to and usable by handicapped persons contact:

Mr. Michael R. Gogoj

Title IX Coordinator

540 West North Street

Carlisle PA 17013

Lisa Slover

Section 504 Coordinator

Director of Student Services

Office Address 623 West Penn Street

Carlisle PA 17013

ext. 17815

Required Experience:

Intern