About the role#
Jefferson County Public Schools is hiring a School Psychologist or Intern for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time, paid position based in Louisville, Kentucky. The role involves working as a psychoeducational consultant to support student needs through assessment, counseling, and program development.
What you'll do#
- Provide comprehensive consultation, counseling, and assessment services to students.
- Lead program development activities.
- Ensure district-wide compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Kentucky Administrative Regulations (KARs), and District ECE policies.
- Offer specialized technical assistance to support the implementation of state and federal special education mandates.
What you'll need#
- A Master's degree or equivalent graduate hours from a school psychology program.
- Eligibility for Kentucky Department of Education provisional certification as a school psychologist.
- For non-interns, an EPSB Standard or Provisional Certificate for School Psychologist is required.
- Expertise in current psycho-educational consultation and assessment.
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act and relevant Kentucky Administrative Regulations.
- A willingness to review psychological literature and translate it into practice.
- Effective communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 195 days, 8 hours per day.
About Jefferson County Public Schools
Jefferson County Public Schools operates as the 30th largest school district in the United States. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, the district serves over 96,000 students across various levels from preschool through adult education. The organization employs more than 17,400 staff members, including over 6,800 certified teachers. It was founded in 1829.
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