School Psychologist/School Social Worker for Intensive Flex Programming - Part Time

27J Schools is seeking a school psychologist/school social worker to support the early childhood specialized programming for students age 3-8, including preschool and K-2 students requiring autism center programming. The program is structured around four key pillars that guide intervention and student growth: This is a Part-time position.

• Communication � Supporting the development of functional communication skills, whether through verbal language, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), or other individualized strategies.
• Social-Emotional Development � Teaching self-regulation, emotional awareness, and social interaction skills to foster meaningful connections with peers and adults.
• Play � Utilizing play-based interventions as a primary mode of learning, encouraging engagement, creativity, and relationship-building.

• Behavior � Implementing individualized supports and interventions to promote positive behavior and self-regulation.

   

The school psychologist in this role will provide comprehensive early intervention services, including assessments, behavioral supports, and social-emotional instruction, to help students build the foundational skills necessary for success in preschool and beyond. This position requires expertise in early childhood development, trauma-informed care, and play-based interventions to support young learners in a highly individualized and structured setting. The school psychologist will work closely with teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and families to develop and implement effective interventions that promote functional communication, positive social interactions, and emotional regulation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental, psychological, and behavioral assessments to inform individualized intervention plans and IEPs.
• Provide direct support in social-emotional learning, communication strategies, and behavior interventions tailored to preschool-aged students.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and develop behavior intervention plans for students, coach staff on consistent implementation of behavioral strategies.
• Facilitate collaborative problem-solving conversations to help support skill-building for students.
• Utilize play-based interventions to build social engagement and early learning skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and families to support student growth across settings.
• Provide family coaching and consultation, helping families understand their child's development, and caregivers with strategies to reinforce developmental progress at home.
• Support structured transitions and inclusion opportunities to help students generalize skills across environments.

• Lead professional development for staff regarding various topics in collaboration with other related service providers.

   

Qualifications

• Master's or Specialist degree (Ed.S., Ph.D., or Psy.D.) in school psychology from an accredited program.
• Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) school psychologist license or eligibility to obtain.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children, particularly those with developmental delays, ASD, or social-emotional challenges.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood assessment tools, play-based interventions, and positive behavior supports.
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and engage in problem-solving to support student success.
  
   

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