Job Description:

School Psychology Extern 

SUMMARY

Performs evaluative/diagnostic duties of students referred for evaluation of suspected educational problems.  Assists with the development of educational plans to meet the specific needs of students who would qualify for special education services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in special education or related field
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
• Experience in psycho-educational assessment

OR

• Recent (1 - 5 years) diagnostic test administration experience aimed at determining special education eligibility in public school settings.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
  MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
• Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department.

COMMENTS 

• School Psychology Extern pay start $20.14/hour
• Job Reference #4943830
• Application Required on TUSD Website
• Effective: 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
• Location: Exceptional Education Department  - Sites may vary
• Classification: Supervisory/Professional
• Work Calendar: 9.5 month   
• Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits. 

FTE: .20 – 1.5 hours per day - 2 positions

• This position is a TEMPORARY position and will end in June 2026.
• Will complete School Psychology Master’s Degree program in May 2026, or earlier.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage. 

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