1.0 FTE Temporary School Psychologist
About the role
1.0 FTE School Psychologist
Student Support Services
This is a temporary assignment effective immediately to return of incumbent to full contractual FTE.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in School Psychology;
- Certified School Psychologist with CHCPBC;
- Valid BC teaching certificate and current membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch is preferred**.**
The School Psychologist collaborates with individual teachers, school administrators, and school staff to develop and evaluate prevention programs. This may include:
- Primary or Tier 1 prevention programs that involve all staff and students that foster the learning and mental health of students (e.g., evidence-based literacy and numeracy education in primary classrooms; prevention of bullying; social and emotional learning);
- Secondary or Tier 2 prevention programs that are delivered to students who are at-risk students for learning or mental health difficulties
- Tertiary or Tier 3 academic, behavioural or psychosocial interventions for students with diagnosed disabilities or mental health difficulties.
Teachers applying for this position should possess the following attributes:
- successful teaching experience in the public sector is required and previous experience as a school psychologist within BC is preferred;
- be experienced in conducting/interpreting formal Psychoeducational assessments, Behavioural assessments, including formal report writing;
- proven ability to work with SBT’s to establish practical IEP’s and Behaviour Plans;
- must be familiar with Ministry of Education Special Education categories and their requirements;
- must be willing and flexible to accept duties as assigned in the field of school Psychology;
- assist schools in the identification and planning process, at both the school and District levels, for learners with complex needs;
- collaborate with school-based teams to develop and implement pre-referral interventions;
- provide information regarding the referral process;
- offer suggestions/recommendations surrounding educational program planning;
- conduct psycho-educational assessments in accordance with District guidelines;
- meet with the school, parents/guardians, and the student as appropriate, to discuss the results of the psycho-educational assessment;
- provide a written report for each assessment, available to the school, the District and parents/guardians; and the student as appropriate;
- attend meetings (e.g., School-based team, Integrated Case Management);
- participate on district committees where appropriate;
- develop information resources;
- provide in-service to paraprofessionals, teachers, principals/vice principals;
- collaborate with community partners;
- conduct research on many topics relevant to the profession including literacy, numeracy, social emotional health and well-being, behaviour, etc.;
- provide input and recommendations in relation to district-level placement or placement review meetings;
- to be knowledgeable of current curriculum and evidence-based instructional practices;
- to participate in on-going professional development/in-service in both regular and inclusive education
- to be committed to inclusion.
- must have a valid BC driver’s license.
Questions regarding this position may be directed to Jo McKenna, District Principal of Student Support Services at jmckenna@sd83.bc.ca
How to Apply
Please submit resume with full supporting documents using the Apply Online button below. If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact our HR Admin Assistant Emily Johnson @ 250-804-7841 or apply@sd83.bc.ca
Deadline date for receipt of application is: 12:00 NOON, POSTED UNTIL FILLED
We thank all those who apply, however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Posted On
April 09, 2026
Closing Date & Time
Ongoing
Job Type
Full Time, Contract/Term
Job Category
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents
City
Salmon Arm
School/Location
School District Office
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Salary
$59, 711.00 to $109, 520.00
Employment Start Date
Start Immediately
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- Cover Letter
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- Certificates & Diplomas
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