About the role
WE ENCOURAGE BILINGUAL CANDIDATES TO APPLY
Thank you for your interest in joining BCPS as a School Psychologist! Please note that this position requires a master's degree in School Psychology. If you have earned a master's degree in social work, we encourage you to explore and apply for our School Social Worker opportunity (Job Posting # 4339 ).
Provides psychological consultation to school staff and parents, and psychological consultation, assessment, and intervention services to students to address learning, behavioral and mental health needs in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations and The Compass: Our Pathway to Excellence. Performs other duties as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Develops school-wide positive behavioral interventions and supports through school-based problem-solving teams, including behavior teams and student support teams.
Develops academic and behavioral interventions for students with targeted and intensive needs through student support teams.
Identifies conditions and impairments and participates in the determination of student eligibility for disabilities and accommodations under Section 504 through student support teams; participates in the development and review of 504 accommodations through student support teams.
Collaborates with school staff to develop student behavior plans, conduct functional behavioral assessments, and develop behavior intervention plans for students with targeted and intensive needs through student support teams and Individual Education Program (IEP) teams.
Conducts psychological assessments of cognitive, behavioral, adaptive, social, emotional, and academic functioning for students suspected of disabilities and in need of accommodations and services as needed under Section 504 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Identifies conditions and impairments and participates in the determination of student eligibility for disabilities and services under the IDEA through IEP teams; participates in the development and review of IEP goals, objectives, and services through IEP teams.
Plans for students with special needs involving cultural and linguistic diversity, sensory deficits, neuropsychological issues, communication, social skills, and emotional conditions.
Provides behavioral and mental health services for students with educational needs including psychological counseling, crisis response, threat assessment/management, traumatic loss support, and consultation with school staff, parents, independent providers, and community agencies.
Provides professional learning and training to school staff and parents to support high academic achievement and positive behavior in schools.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Education, Training, and Experience
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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree, an advanced graduate specialist’s degree or certificate, and/or doctoral degree in psychology, education or human development; completion of a 1200-hour internship in school psychology, or its equivalent.
Licenses and Certificates
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- Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate with School Psychologist endorsement.
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Education, Training, and Experience
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Education, training, and experience as required by the Maryland Pathway to Initial Licensure for School Psychologist.
Licenses and Certificates
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Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License and School Psychologist Licensure.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
- Thorough knowledge of school psychology and practice in education.
- Knowledge of and skill in the provision of psychological services to students, schools, and parents.
- Technology competency includes knowledge of and skill in the use of the Internet, word processing, and related applications.
- Knowledge of and skill in data analysis and integration.
- Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communications skills.
- Demonstration of leadership, management, and human relations competencies, including collaboration and team building.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.
Conditions of Employment
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
GRADE
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View the TABCO 10 Month Employees Salary Scale
SALARY
: $67,508 - $121,924
RF CODE L- Psychologists $5,508 Annual Amount Effective 7/1/2026
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:
Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools
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www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll
OTHER COMPENSATION
Position may be eligible for extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT
Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS
BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at
https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and edu