Psychologist (PreK-8th Grade)

Psychologist (PreK-8th Grade)

This posting is for a position during the 2026-2027 school year which will start in August 2026.

Must-Haves- High-priority skills and qualities

• Continuously reflects grows and develops professional practice
• Believes in the capacity of each child to achieve at high levels
• Cultivates a collaborative adaptable and solutions-focused culture
• Approaches all situations with an asset-based and growth mindset
• Develops and uses effective organization systems
• Communicates in a proactive timely and effective manner

Minimum Qualifications

• Missouri school psychologist certification or eligibility for certification
• Advanced degree in psychology or closely related field
• Near native fluency in spoken and written English

Nice-to-Haves- Skills and qualities that are a plus but not necessarily a requirement

• Employment experience in K-8th grade setting
• Strong data tracking and interpretation habits
• Solid understanding of academic and behavioral strategies for students with various needs
• Knowledge of best practices when working with language learners

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate research-based scaffolds differentiated instruction and interventions
• Collaborate on creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans
• Collects and analyzes data to drive decisions within a Multi-tiered System of Supports
• Providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 academic and behavioral consultation and support for students across grade levels
• Serve as the primary liaison for parents and school staff in special education referrals
• Administer diagnostic assessments and psychoeducational evaluations
• Provide crisis intervention individual and group counseling as needed
• Facilitate school-based benchmarking and progress monitoring procedures.
• Conduct informal assessments such as observations curriculum-based measurements functional behavior assessments (FBAs)
• Develop and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Serve as the 504 Coordinator facilitating initial and annual 504 meetings acting as the case manager to ensure accommodations are implemented
• Serve on the MTSS or PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) committee

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is competitive and rages from $54285 $100235. Your salary would be based on the highest postsecondary degree you have obtained and the number of years of experience you have. SLLIS also offers the following:

• FREE Compressive health care package (medical dental vision short disability and life insurance)
• Reduced cost buy up options too!

• College tuition rewards program for dependents

• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs

• St. Louis Public School Retirement System Contributor and optional 403b

• Supply reimbursements and a staff laptop to use

• 12 PTO days per year plus no work in June or July!

• Other paid time off includes: one week for Thanksgiving break two weeks for winter break one week off for Spring break and all major U.S. holidays. This averages 25 days per year.

• Paid parental leave for new parents

• Individualized coaching and support

• Leadership opportunities to help staff meet their career goals

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview for the position but all applications will be thoroughly reviewed. SLLIS has a multi-stage hiring process which includes a phone screening interview an interview with our Talent Committee and a final interview with our administration team.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

SLLIS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The St. Louis Language Immersion School will honor your experiences perspectives and unique identity. We are committed to creating a just equitable and inclusive school St. Louis community and world. We actively encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Required Experience:

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